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http://www.theithacajournal.com/arti...oni-comes-home

This happened last month in my community. Watching a motorcade pass with grieving family members really drives home just how real the sacrifice is, reminding us that this is happening to families all over this nation- not something that happens on the news in some far off land. This is a good family, and our community lost an incredible young man. If there was any good to come of it, it was seeing how everyone put their differences aside and came together to honor the family. It was unbelievable to see just how many people came out to show their support.

I extend my deepest gratitude to those of you that served, and to those families and individuals that have given the ultimate sacrifice.