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who gave up so much for us?  What can we do for them, not just on Veterans Day, but on every day of the year?
• First, we must never forget the courage that has been shown over and over again by veterans throughout our country's history.  In World War II, brave soldiers went head to head with one of the greatest evils our world has ever known.  They defended our homeland, our way of life, and the promise of freedom for millions around the globe.  In the Cold War, soldiers entered Korea and Vietnam in defense of democracy.  In Iraq and Afghanistan, Americans are again called to defend our homeland and defeat terrorism so our children and grandchildren can grow up in a safer world.
• We must also honor our veterans with our actions as well as our words.  Across South Dakota, groups like the VFW and American Legion work hard to serve our veterans.  I challenge every reader to support the organizations that support our veterans.
• Finally, we must all support

not just the warrior, but the warrior's cause. Wherever our military's fight is taking place - whether it's in Afghanistan or back here in South Dakota as veterans try to re-adjust to civilian life - we must make sure we do all we can so that our troops and

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