Today is the 75th anniversary of D Day. On a day such as this, words are easy for me. I could say a lot about the value of freedom, especially to speak negatively about our government when I disagree with the direction it is taking, or even to single out particular politicians with whom I disagree. I think the First Amendment was a brilliant moment for our founding fathers, and this political freedom of speech is something I deeply cherish, perhaps more than any other right we have.
But today is not for political discussion. Today is for remembering those who were willing to sacrifice everything for each of us to have the freedom we have, to liberate those who were suffering under a regime of hate and cruelty, and who took risks I would not want to bear in order to make the world a better place.
Today I remember those who fell on that awful day, and their families. I am grateful for the sacrifice you made.
And today, I remember those who survived, and who have lived with the memories of that day ever since. I am grateful for the sacrifice you made.
Freedom comes at great price. I will never forget. Thank you. It is inadequate, but it is all I have.
