When people express their feelings about Veterans Day, it’s not uncommon for them to end their messages with three words: no matter what. It’s a beautiful sentiment. No matter what our citizens are experiencing, no matter what adversity we’re facing, no matter what disaster is threatening us, Americans will always make time to thank the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms and our families.

This morning, as I write this, I had the opportunity to, once again, attend a very moving and special tribute to our veterans at the annual recognition event at Center Street Elementary School in Horseheads. Students and teachers lined the hallways holding American flags and paying tribute to the veterans marching through the school. Students sang songs, including a very moving one where they sang, “We honor you.” The students truly appreciated a chance to say thank you, and the veterans were........

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