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Ryan Statement on Anniversary of September 11 Terrorist Attacks

WASHINGTON – First District Congressman Paul Ryan today issued the following statement on the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on our country:

“On this solemn day, we remember the morning that terrorists attacked our nation, taking over 3,000 innocent lives.  In their hate-filled attempt to bring our free society to its knees, the terrorists gravely miscalculated.   Instead of crumbling, Americans have risen to the challenge to help one another and defend our land and freedom.”

“Over the past two years, our nation has been at war with terrorism on many fronts.  Here at home, we have strengthened our defenses, and this crucial work continues today.  Overseas, our troops, working with our allies, have tracked down terrorists, destroyed their safe havens and training camps, and brought freedom and opportunity to oppressed peoples.”

“We will never forget the victims of September 11^th and the heroes who emerged during and after the attacks.  We must stay vigilant, and our resolve to fight terrorism must not falter.”

“Our prayers are with those who lost loved ones in the terrorist attacks and those who have lost family members and friends in the War on Terrorism.  We pray for the servicemen and women now deployed in Afghanistan, Iraq and throughout the world whose courage and commitment keep us free.  And for the firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and everyone here at home who helps protect our families and communities.”      

“May God bless and guide America.”

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