Dear Brothers and Sisters

Happy Veterans Day to each one of you.

America has always been free because of the bravery and courage of those that stepped up to serve our great nation. Many were volunteers as others were drafted. I wanted to take time and thank each and every one of you for standing tall and being that unique individual we call a Veteran. As we enjoy the long weekend, I ask you all to take a moment of silence and remember all veterans that have served and are struggling. 22 veterans commit suicide every day, and we all have to work as a team to get this number down. Also, I want to challenge you to call a veteran this weekend or walk up to one in person, and thank them for serving. We are a blessed workforce with many veterans here in our local and as always, I'll stand by my commitment to help anyone of you. May God bless this great nation!

In Solidarity,

John "JP" Parker
IAM Local Lodge 2003, Veterans Committee Chair