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I understand the sacrifices American servicemen and women have made to protect freedom and democracy in my country and around the world.

I take care of military families. Their sacrifices are very real.

I think that you can honour the sacrifices of a common soldier without glorifying war.

As the daughter of a 25-year veteran of the armed forces, I am incredibly thankful for the sacrifices our women and men have made in Iraq, and continue to make in Afghanistan.

I just think it's my responsibility as a human being and an entertainer to see the soldiers.

For those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, we are grateful that such men and women were among us. For those who continue to serve, we honor their commitment. For those who return to civilian life, we honor their service.

I realize that men and women of the military go out and sacrifice their lives and put their selves in harm's way for my freedom of speech and my freedoms in this country, and my freedom to take a seat or take a knee, so I have the utmost respect for them, and I think what I did was taken out of context and spun a different way.

As a Korean War veteran, I know firsthand and understand the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform.

My grandfather is a retired Marine, and I've always had a great deal of respect for anyone who serves our country.

The brave men and women who have served - and those who continue to serve - our armed forces have selflessly sacrificed for our nation, and we owe it to them to provide the best services and protections available when they're overseas and after they return home.