WASHINGTON, May 25 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey issued the following press release:
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement commemorating Memorial Day.
"From the very first days of the American Revolution to today, the people of Massachusetts have been among the first in this nation to answer the call to serve. We honor and recognize those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and those Gold Star families who carry on that legacy of service in their name.
"On this Memorial Day, we also are reminded of the costs of war and military conflict-not raw power, but real families, communities, and loved ones who bear the full risk and responsibility. We honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the fight for our free...