Remembering our Heroes at Fort Hood

Today the world witnessed tragedy on one of our nation's finest military installation. Fort Hood, located in Killeen, Texas was the site of carnage. A lone gunman killed 13 and wounded 31. If not for the brave and quick reaction of the base security personnel, the death toll would have been worse.

I am especially saddened by this event because of 13 falllen heroes. How many more will have to die? My heart aches at the loss of our brave warriors. They give so much of themselves. They even make the ultimate sacrifice.

Please keep the injured, the families, and the entire Fort Hood community in your thoughts and prayers. They need our support. Let's pledge to always remember the sacrifice they make each and every day.

Fort Hood stands on the frontlines of all war efforts. There, young men are trained to become brave warriors. Warriors who put their lives on the line to protect the very freedom that we take for granted each day.