MEMORIAL
DAY 2016 AT THE MAUI
VETERANS CEMETERY
More than 70 years ago, you, a
generation of young Americans left your mark on history. Your story is one of heroism and bravery, of
citizenship and global responsibility.
You were all young then, simply
trying to make your way through life in a world full of confusion and
upheaval. Your response to those
challenges have become legendary.
In the face of prejudice, you not
only stared down your own fears, but the fears of a nation in the grip of
war.
In the face of ignorance, you gave
us a renewed understanding of the immigrant experience upon which this country
was built.
In the face of bigotry, you
provided a lesson for people from all backgrounds and for all times.
You are part of our country’s
Greatest Generation who helped shape the world—for decades to come.
All that you have achieved
remains as bright and clear as ever.
It shines whenever repressed
individuals around the world look to us for encouragement and support.
It shines whenever Americans
gather to exercise their freedoms.
It shines whenever we look
into our own hearts to search for the best in ourselves.
Today we stand here honoring
your sacrifice and the men and women who gave their lives in service to our
great nation.
You fought for the right of
all individuals to purse life, liberty and happiness.
Your legacy is not just
something carved in stone on a monument.
Your legacy is a living,
breathing nation that continues to defy ignorance and bigotry.
Your legacy is all of us.
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