President Ronald Reagan - This Day in History

In a remarkable and symbolic address to a group of Moscow University students on May 31, 1988 President Reagan stood in front of an enormous bust of Lenin and spoke openly about freedom, technology, creativity and his desire to see the Berlin Wall torn down. He told the students, "your generation is living in one of the most exciting, hopeful times in Soviet history when the first breath of freedom stirs the air and the heart beats to the accelerated rhythm of hope, when the accumulated spiritual energies of a long silence yearn to break free."

On Nov. 9, 1989 the deadly Berlin Wall, separating East from West Germany, came down.

MEMORIAL DAY

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates men and women who died while in military service to the United States.   It was First enacted to honor Union and Confederate soldiers following the American Civil War.   It was extended after World War I to honor Americans who have died in all wars.

Write Your Congressman

-"In a time of great uncertainty, it is more important than ever for the American people to become energized and excercise their rights as citizens of this great nation by writing their Congressmen.  The American people need to safeguard our nation by holding their Congressman accountable and continue to help us serve by conveying their concerns.  Although I represent California's 19th district, I cannot pretend to know every issue confronting each household and every individual's concern.  Without the letters of the members of California's 19th district, I cannot effectively advocate on their behalf in Washington.

I would like to extend my gratitude to those who take the time to write my office.  Engaged and active citizens help keep Washington honest and true to the values and tenets at the core of the America.  Perhaps the greatest pleasure I have serving in Congress is hearing from my neighbors and fellow citizens in California's Central Valley.  I can only hope to continue this great privilege for years to come." -Congressman Jeff Denham, 19th Dist. California

National Write Your Congressman Constituent Communicaiton Award

"Thank you for presenting me with the National Write Your Congressman Constituent Communication Award.  I am honored to accept this award, and I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

I will be proud to display this award, which will serve as a daily reminder of the importance of communicating with Hoosiers."  -Senator Dan Coats, Indiana

Ronald Reagan Quote

"The task that has fallen to us Americans is to move the conscience of the world.  To keep alive the hope and dream of freedom." -President Ronald Reagan

John Cornyn

"During my service in the Senate, I have made open government a priority.  I strongly believe that, regarding ethics in government sunlight is perhaps the best disinfectant of all.  Our founders understood that a free society could not exist without informed citizens and an open, accessible government.  And the more information we put into the hands of American people regarding Congress' daily activities, the stronger our democracy will be."  -Senator John Cornyn, Texas

Constituent Communicaiton Award

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, DDS (AZ-01) was presented with the National Write Your Congressman “Constituent Communication Award” for his efforts to communicate with his constituents and ensure that their voices are being heard.

“I am honored to receive this important award,” said Gosar.  “Whether it is at a town hall meeting, on the phone, via email, or out in the district, I always enjoy hearing from the people of Arizona’s First Congressional District.  I want to encourage everyone to share their ideas with me on how we can find solutions to the problems that face our country.  Together we will make a difference and ensure that our children have the same opportunities that we have had.”