WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. George Miller (D-CA), chair of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following statement today commemorating September 11th as a national day of service, an initiative that was part of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. Miller was a lead House author of the law, which was signed by President Obama earlier this year.
“Eight years ago today, our country suffered devastating losses. But in the aftermath of this tragic and senseless act, we witnessed the best of the American spirit – the ability to stand up and help friends, neighbors and even complete strangers in the face of extreme hardship and grief. Today and every day, we honor the memory of those we lost by asking all Americans to give back, to play an active role in their communities and show the strength through action and service that we know dots the American landscape. Today marks an anniversary, a time to remember but also an opportunity to rebuild and grow. By commemorating this day as a national day of service, we honor the valiance and resolve of the American people.”
“Eight years ago today, our country suffered devastating losses. But in the aftermath of this tragic and senseless act, we witnessed the best of the American spirit – the ability to stand up and help friends, neighbors and even complete strangers in the face of extreme hardship and grief. Today and every day, we honor the memory of those we lost by asking all Americans to give back, to play an active role in their communities and show the strength through action and service that we know dots the American landscape. Today marks an anniversary, a time to remember but also an opportunity to rebuild and grow. By commemorating this day as a national day of service, we honor the valiance and resolve of the American people.”
For more information about the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, click here.
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