"As we look forward to freedom, the shining city on the hill and the best days of America lying ahead, it is the men and women in uniform who protect, defend and make us proud to whom we should look and give thanks every night"

This quote talks to the significance of the guys and ladies in uniform who protect and defend our nation. It is these people who make us proud and to whom we ought to appreciate. The quote also talks to the hope of a brighter future for America, a "shining city on the hill" and the very best days of America lying ahead. It is a reminder that we must be grateful for the sacrifices of those in uniform and want to them for assistance and protection. It is a pointer that we should never consider given the liberties we take pleasure in and the security provided by those in uniform. We must be thankful for their service and dedication to our country and seek to them for inspiration and hope.