Remember What We Are Celebrating on Memorial Day

This weekend, our country will celebrate Memorial Day.  We'll cook out, relax, and visit with friends and family.  But this holiday weekend is about more than barbeques, swimming pools, and family get-togethers.  As we celebrate the Memorial Day weekend, let us keep in mind what we are "celebrating" -- those who made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that Americans, and people around the world, would be able to reap the benefits of freedom. 

We should remember, too, the one freedom that protects all our other freedoms -- the Second Amendment.  Those who fought and died on the battlefield did so to protect our country, our way of life, and our freedom.  It is now our calling, and our responsibility, to ensure that future generations never fail to realize how blessed we are to live in the United States, a country whose Constitution guarantees its citizens' freedom, including our Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

This weekend, think about our great country and the freedom we presently enjoy.  Think about what it would be like to lose that freedom.  Think about our men and women in uniform, and the sacrifices they are making for all of us.  And, remember those who paid a heavy price in defense of that freedom.  As we celebrate their countless contributions and selfless sacrifice, let us pledge to one another that we will continue to carry that torch of freedom in defense of the Second Amendment.

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend, and please remember those who have sacrificed to protect our freedom!