Today marks the fifth anniversary of the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. On the evening of the invasion, President Bush told the men and women of the Armed Forces that "the peace of a troubled world and the hopes of an oppressed people now depend on you. That trust is well placed." While many things have not gone according to plan in Iraq, our service men and women have certainly earned that trust.
In cities across our country, streets will be filled with anti-military zealots blocking traffic, disturbing the peace, and protesting our continued presence in Iraq. Whatever your views on the war, let's not lose sight of the men and women who are serving. By choosing to serve us, our all-volunteer force puts an enormous strain on their personal lives and families. While service members fight abroad they are missing the special moments many of us take for granted. They can't take the day off to celebrate holidays with loved ones. They miss anniversaries, birthdays and even the births of their own children. These are tremendous acts of selflessness.
Please take time today to show your support for our troops. Pray for their continued strength, for their safety, and for their families while they sacrifice to establish peace in a troubled world.
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