Team,

Today marks the 21st anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks – one of the darkest days in American history – when the morning skies in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania were blackened with smoke and fire, and our nation and world were changed forever.

When I think back to that fateful day, I think about the lives lost and the folks who still struggle with the repercussions of those attacks. But I also can't help but think about the resilience of the American people and how, in the face of tragedy and devastation, we came together as a nation.

The men and women who volunteered to serve – both those who witnessed the horror of 9/11 and those who were not even alive when the Twin Towers fell – represent the best that this nation has to offer. That's why I was proud to have helped pass the PACT Act which expands health care to 3.5 million toxic-exposed veterans, including the many post-September 11th veterans who risked their lives to defend our country during an especially tumultuous time – many of whom still suffer as a result of burn pit exposure from their service.

Team, today I am honored to be attending the NH Veterans Home Patriot Day ceremony in Tilton to commemorate the 21st anniversary of 9/11 as well as those who gave their lives in service to their fellow countrymen.

I hope you'll join me in reaffirming our commitment to coming together to build a better tomorrow – despite our differences – in order to fight for a future that works for all of us.

– Chris