Members of the Senate and House, if they want to send troops into war, should be forced to send a family member. That would really make everyone stop and go, 'Ohhh-kaaay.'
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All soldiers who serve their country and put their lives at risk need to know that if something happens to them, their families will be well taken care of. That's the bond we have with our military men and women and their families.
I'm trying to raise the awareness of the troops that, when they deploy and go to war, it's not just them at war - it's also their family. Their family is having to go through all the hardships and the stresses.
If these men decided that they have to go in there and fight, I want them to send their own children and grandchildren. I want them to not send a bunch of strangers' kids in there to fight and die.
I have already given two cousins to the war and I stand ready to sacrifice my wife's brother.
When the peace treaty is signed, the war isn't over for the veterans, or the family. It's just starting.
In Washington, I'll always support military families and help veterans make the transition home, not just as your congressman but as a proud Army mom.
I agree with the British Legion that we have a responsibility to support our troops and support their families, particularly when we are asking people to do very difficult and dangerous things for our security.
Our soldiers and people form one family. United, we may count on victory.
My wife and I look for ways to always support the troops, including sending care packages regularly to them.
No military or veteran family should have to choose between paying their bills and being together while one of our nation's heroes is in the hospital.