Sen. Carson Encourages Granite Staters to “Purple Up” on April 15th
NH State Senate
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
April 9, 2013
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Sen. Carson Encourages Granite Staters to “Purple Up” on April 15th
Day is set aside to wear purple in support of nation’s military children
CONCORD – Calling it a great way to show support for the children of our men and women in uniform, Sen. Sharon Carson, R-Londonderry, today encouraged all Granite Staters to wear purple on Monday, April 15th as part of the third annual “Purple Up” Day to be celebrated across the nation. Purple was chosen because it symbolizes all branches of the military – a combination of Army green, Marine red, and Coast Guard, Navy and Air Force blue.
Carson, who retired from the U.S. Army Reserves as a Sergeant First Class, says she has a special place in her heart for military children. She considers “Purple Up” to be an opportunity for Americans, both young and old, to thank the children for their strength and sacrifices.
“These children are making tremendous sacrifices right along with their parents who serve in the military and who are often deployed far from home for long periods of time,” said Carson. “These kids miss their parents watching their soccer games, walking them to school, and reading to them at night. They’re very brave and show a lot of courage carrying on until their parent comes home. We owe these kids a big salute – that’s why I’m excited about Purple Up on April 15th.”
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