GOP senator's Christmas message: 'We cannot take our well-being for granted'
With one day until Christmas, Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) is urging Americans to count their blessings and reach out to help those less fortunate.
“For many, 2015 has been a year of great challenges and impactful events,” he said Thursday the weekly Republican address.
“The terrorist attacks and the continued struggle of millions across America and around the world are a glaring reminder that we cannot take our well-being for granted,” Crapo continued.
“As this year draws to a close, I hope that those who have struggled will find optimism in the dawn of a new year. These challenges will unite us and our compassion will match our strength.”
Crapo said Christmas season would be incomplete without recognition of the sacrifices of American law enforcement and military personnel.
Crapo called on the nation not to abandon its support for diversity. “For those of different faiths, including those who choose not to observe a higher power or any religious faith, this season is observed with many different traditions,” he said.
“The season is a reminder of one of our greatest values ensured by the Constitution: the freedom of religion,” Crapo said. “The diversity of our celebration is part of the magic of Christmas. It brings people together in so many different ways, especially in service to others.”
He added that Christmas offers the perfect opportunity to help the less fortunate and improve the global community overall. - Read More at thehill
posted by Fakhria @ 12/24/2015
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