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Regardless of your political affiliation or feelings about military engagement, take a moment today to honor the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States of America to defend democracy and freedom.
Did you know that Veteran’s Day is “also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I.”
Photo credits: Pearl Harbor Survivor, Houston James, embraces Global War On Terrorism Survivor, SSgt Graunke, during the 2004 Dallas Veterans Day Parade.
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Red Hot News ...
Oh, the change! New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson drops bid for Obama's Commerce Secretary in wake of federal grand jury investigation into government contract exchange for campaign contributions.
When will it end? Should government bailout newspapers? Connecticut lawmaker wants state to bailout two local newspapers, sparks debate about government involvement in the press.
Former DNC chair and Clinton loyalist, Terry McAuliffe, announces run for Virginia governor.
Democratic controlled Congress gives itself 3% pay raise despite recession ... Congress denies raises for federal judges ... Universities, factories and even hospitals force employees to take unpaid furloughs.
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