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Statement from New York State Senator Daphne Jordan (R,C,I-Halfmoon) on the loss of 12 American Service Members in today’s deadly terror attacks in Afghanistan:
Joshua Fitzpatrick
August 26, 2021
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“Our thoughts, hearts, and prayers go out to the families of the 11 United States Marines, and the United States Navy Medic, killed, and the American Service Members wounded, during the horrific terror attacks in Afghanistan today. This is a devastating loss of life of our best, bravest, and brightest. Today is a dark, tragic day for our entire nation. Please keep these courageous American patriots, and their families, in your prayers. And please pray for the safety of our servicemen and servicewomen, and the safe return of all Americans and our allies.”
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