Photo: ALYSSA POINTER/POOL/AFP via Getty; Lou Rocco/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty; Jeff Swensen/GettyThursday marked anotherVeterans Dayand notable political figures are honoring military men and women with tributes on social media.On Thursday morning, PresidentJoe Bidenvisited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony before honoring veterans in aspeechas well as on Twitter.“For generations, Americans have answered the call to serve—taking the sacred oath to defend our ideals of liberty and democracy,” Biden wrote onsocial media. “These patriots represent the best of us. On Veterans Day, we honor their service, dedication, and valor and are forever grateful for their sacrifice.“The president, whose late son Beau was a National Guardsman, also shared a video of thanks before pledging to “properly care for and support” veterans across the country.In his speech, Biden specifically lauded the service of the late Secretary of State Colin Powell as well as his son, Gen. Ray Odierno and others.“Today, we pay homage to the unrelenting bravery and dedication that distinguish all those who have earned the title of ‘American veteran,’ " Biden said.“It’s an honor that not only a small percentage of Americans can claim, and one that marks those who are able to claim it as brothers and sisters,” he continued. “It’s a badge of courage that unites across all ages, regardless of background — because to be a veteran is to have endured and survived challenges most Americans will never know.“Former presidents shared their own tributes.George W. Bushposted a video praising the “noble” men and women who’ve served on behalf of himself and former First LadyLaura Bush.“Laura and I are proud to join our fellow Americans in saluting the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States,” he said onFacebook. “We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your service to this nation and your continued contributions to our country. We owe each of you that have served a lifelong debt of gratitudePresident Bush added, “Nothing can tarnish your honor or diminish your accomplishments. May God bless you and your families.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Former PresidentBarack Obamaalso honored servicemen and women, taking the opportunity to highlight a member of the U.S. Marine Corps through theObama Foundation.“To every veteran and their family, we thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country,” he wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of him standing in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Obama continued, “This Veterans Day, I want to share Tom Voutsos’s story. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and has continued to live a life dedicated to public service. Through@LadderUpHousing, he’s helping hardworking folks who traditionally can’t get home loans buy their own homes.“Obama also shared a photo of Voutsos on his Instagram Story, detailing the veterans' community work.Meghan McCain— whose late father, Sen.John McCain, was a Navy pilot and former prisoner of war widely seen as awar herofor his service in Vietnam — thanked all veterans for their service on Twitter.“Today we honor all those brave men & women who have served. We are forever thankful and grateful,” the 37-year-oldwrote. “I thank God for the men and women of our military and the freedoms you protect and keep sacred for us every day. Freedom doesn’t come free, we are indebted to you.#VeteransDay.“Former Secretary of StateMike Pompeoalso wrote, “Serving our country in the@USArmywas the greatest honor. Today, I salute my fellow veterans for their selfless service, integrity and bravery.#VeteransDay#UnapologeticallyAmerican,” alongside a photo of himself shaking hands with veterans.House SpeakerNancy Pelosialsowrote: “On#VeteransDay, we come together in gratitude for the heroes who have answered our nation’s call to serve. Today, & every day, let us vow to honor this sacred pledge: just as the military leaves no one behind on the battlefield, we leave no veteran behind when they return home.”
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Thursday marked anotherVeterans Dayand notable political figures are honoring military men and women with tributes on social media.On Thursday morning, PresidentJoe Bidenvisited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony before honoring veterans in aspeechas well as on Twitter.“For generations, Americans have answered the call to serve—taking the sacred oath to defend our ideals of liberty and democracy,” Biden wrote onsocial media. “These patriots represent the best of us. On Veterans Day, we honor their service, dedication, and valor and are forever grateful for their sacrifice.“The president, whose late son Beau was a National Guardsman, also shared a video of thanks before pledging to “properly care for and support” veterans across the country.In his speech, Biden specifically lauded the service of the late Secretary of State Colin Powell as well as his son, Gen. Ray Odierno and others.“Today, we pay homage to the unrelenting bravery and dedication that distinguish all those who have earned the title of ‘American veteran,’ " Biden said.“It’s an honor that not only a small percentage of Americans can claim, and one that marks those who are able to claim it as brothers and sisters,” he continued. “It’s a badge of courage that unites across all ages, regardless of background — because to be a veteran is to have endured and survived challenges most Americans will never know.“Former presidents shared their own tributes.George W. Bushposted a video praising the “noble” men and women who’ve served on behalf of himself and former First LadyLaura Bush.“Laura and I are proud to join our fellow Americans in saluting the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States,” he said onFacebook. “We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your service to this nation and your continued contributions to our country. We owe each of you that have served a lifelong debt of gratitudePresident Bush added, “Nothing can tarnish your honor or diminish your accomplishments. May God bless you and your families.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Former PresidentBarack Obamaalso honored servicemen and women, taking the opportunity to highlight a member of the U.S. Marine Corps through theObama Foundation.“To every veteran and their family, we thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country,” he wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of him standing in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Obama continued, “This Veterans Day, I want to share Tom Voutsos’s story. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and has continued to live a life dedicated to public service. Through@LadderUpHousing, he’s helping hardworking folks who traditionally can’t get home loans buy their own homes.“Obama also shared a photo of Voutsos on his Instagram Story, detailing the veterans' community work.Meghan McCain— whose late father, Sen.John McCain, was a Navy pilot and former prisoner of war widely seen as awar herofor his service in Vietnam — thanked all veterans for their service on Twitter.“Today we honor all those brave men & women who have served. We are forever thankful and grateful,” the 37-year-oldwrote. “I thank God for the men and women of our military and the freedoms you protect and keep sacred for us every day. Freedom doesn’t come free, we are indebted to you.#VeteransDay.“Former Secretary of StateMike Pompeoalso wrote, “Serving our country in the@USArmywas the greatest honor. Today, I salute my fellow veterans for their selfless service, integrity and bravery.#VeteransDay#UnapologeticallyAmerican,” alongside a photo of himself shaking hands with veterans.House SpeakerNancy Pelosialsowrote: “On#VeteransDay, we come together in gratitude for the heroes who have answered our nation’s call to serve. Today, & every day, let us vow to honor this sacred pledge: just as the military leaves no one behind on the battlefield, we leave no veteran behind when they return home.”
Thursday marked anotherVeterans Dayand notable political figures are honoring military men and women with tributes on social media.
On Thursday morning, PresidentJoe Bidenvisited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony before honoring veterans in aspeechas well as on Twitter.
“For generations, Americans have answered the call to serve—taking the sacred oath to defend our ideals of liberty and democracy,” Biden wrote onsocial media. “These patriots represent the best of us. On Veterans Day, we honor their service, dedication, and valor and are forever grateful for their sacrifice.”
The president, whose late son Beau was a National Guardsman, also shared a video of thanks before pledging to “properly care for and support” veterans across the country.
In his speech, Biden specifically lauded the service of the late Secretary of State Colin Powell as well as his son, Gen. Ray Odierno and others.
“Today, we pay homage to the unrelenting bravery and dedication that distinguish all those who have earned the title of ‘American veteran,’ " Biden said.
“It’s an honor that not only a small percentage of Americans can claim, and one that marks those who are able to claim it as brothers and sisters,” he continued. “It’s a badge of courage that unites across all ages, regardless of background — because to be a veteran is to have endured and survived challenges most Americans will never know.”
Former presidents shared their own tributes.
George W. Bushposted a video praising the “noble” men and women who’ve served on behalf of himself and former First LadyLaura Bush.
“Laura and I are proud to join our fellow Americans in saluting the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States,” he said onFacebook. “We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your service to this nation and your continued contributions to our country. We owe each of you that have served a lifelong debt of gratitude
President Bush added, “Nothing can tarnish your honor or diminish your accomplishments. May God bless you and your families.”
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Former PresidentBarack Obamaalso honored servicemen and women, taking the opportunity to highlight a member of the U.S. Marine Corps through theObama Foundation.
“To every veteran and their family, we thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country,” he wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of him standing in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Obama continued, “This Veterans Day, I want to share Tom Voutsos’s story. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and has continued to live a life dedicated to public service. Through@LadderUpHousing, he’s helping hardworking folks who traditionally can’t get home loans buy their own homes.”
Obama also shared a photo of Voutsos on his Instagram Story, detailing the veterans' community work.
Meghan McCain— whose late father, Sen.John McCain, was a Navy pilot and former prisoner of war widely seen as awar herofor his service in Vietnam — thanked all veterans for their service on Twitter.
“Today we honor all those brave men & women who have served. We are forever thankful and grateful,” the 37-year-oldwrote. “I thank God for the men and women of our military and the freedoms you protect and keep sacred for us every day. Freedom doesn’t come free, we are indebted to you.#VeteransDay.”
Former Secretary of StateMike Pompeoalso wrote, “Serving our country in the@USArmywas the greatest honor. Today, I salute my fellow veterans for their selfless service, integrity and bravery.#VeteransDay#UnapologeticallyAmerican,” alongside a photo of himself shaking hands with veterans.
House SpeakerNancy Pelosialsowrote: “On#VeteransDay, we come together in gratitude for the heroes who have answered our nation’s call to serve. Today, & every day, let us vow to honor this sacred pledge: just as the military leaves no one behind on the battlefield, we leave no veteran behind when they return home.”
source: people.com
