| Senator Deb Fischer |
I share these worries, and I’ve been focusing my efforts on finding constructive solutions to these ongoing problems. Despite the uncertainty and anxiety felt by so many middle class families, it’s important that we still pause and give thanks for our nation’s many blessings. Thanksgiving is that day set aside each year for family, friends, and loved ones to gather and express this gratitude.
This year, I am particularly grateful for our brave men and women in uniform, who sacrifice every day so we can continue to enjoy the blessings of liberty. As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, I’ve had the privilege of traveling twice to the Middle East to meet these heroes and thank them on behalf of all Nebraskans for their service.
I am also thankful for the enduring resilient spirit embodied by our citizens who continue to strive for progress, despite broader economic challenges. We are a nation of builders, creators, and leaders whose ingenuity, knowledge, and hard work have engineered innovative breakthroughs in science and technology. Their work has revolutionized our country and our way of life for generations.
As we recognize these extraordinary blessings, we also acknowledge the many gifts present in our local communities. Nebraskans are incredibly fortunate to enjoy “the Good Life.” Our state takes great pride in smart fiscal policies, engaged citizens, and thriving local businesses. Our people are hardworking. We get up early to work farms and ranches, man the factories, and run our businesses. Despite our strong work ethic, we are people with perspective, and we give back.
Nebraskans are thankful for the strength of our agriculture economy, which has led to expanded exports and record harvests. This past fiscal year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported record-high exports of more than $140 billion. These historically high numbers are good news for producers and all members of our agriculture industry who provide food and fiber for the nation and the world. And so as we gather around our Thanksgiving dinner tables, let us also give thanks for the hard work of farmers and ranchers who helped supply the food we share.
This year, we have an opportunity to show appreciation for another great asset of our local communities: small businesses. Small businesses account for 64 percent of all new jobs and nearly half of all private sector jobs nationwide. A powerful driver behind job growth, small businesses’ success is critical to our nation’s economic recovery.
As a member of the Senate Small Business Committee, I cosponsored a resolution designating November 30, 2013, as “Small Business Saturday.” The purpose of this national movement is to encourage patrons to shop at local businesses and promote awareness of the importance of these businesses and their unique products to our economy.
It’s no coincidence this day also falls on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, between “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday.” I know many will be braving the crowds or surfing the web in search of thoughtful gifts for family and friends. I hope Nebraskans will take part in this national effort to support our local, independent businesses and the key role they play in growing our communities and our economy.
I wish all Nebraskans a Happy Thanksgiving, and I thank you for the opportunity to serve as your United States Senator. It is my honor and great privilege, for which I thank God each day.
Thank you for taking part in our democratic process, and I look forward to visiting with you again next week.
This year, I am particularly grateful for our brave men and women in uniform, who sacrifice every day so we can continue to enjoy the blessings of liberty. As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, I’ve had the privilege of traveling twice to the Middle East to meet these heroes and thank them on behalf of all Nebraskans for their service.
I am also thankful for the enduring resilient spirit embodied by our citizens who continue to strive for progress, despite broader economic challenges. We are a nation of builders, creators, and leaders whose ingenuity, knowledge, and hard work have engineered innovative breakthroughs in science and technology. Their work has revolutionized our country and our way of life for generations.
As we recognize these extraordinary blessings, we also acknowledge the many gifts present in our local communities. Nebraskans are incredibly fortunate to enjoy “the Good Life.” Our state takes great pride in smart fiscal policies, engaged citizens, and thriving local businesses. Our people are hardworking. We get up early to work farms and ranches, man the factories, and run our businesses. Despite our strong work ethic, we are people with perspective, and we give back.
Nebraskans are thankful for the strength of our agriculture economy, which has led to expanded exports and record harvests. This past fiscal year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported record-high exports of more than $140 billion. These historically high numbers are good news for producers and all members of our agriculture industry who provide food and fiber for the nation and the world. And so as we gather around our Thanksgiving dinner tables, let us also give thanks for the hard work of farmers and ranchers who helped supply the food we share.
This year, we have an opportunity to show appreciation for another great asset of our local communities: small businesses. Small businesses account for 64 percent of all new jobs and nearly half of all private sector jobs nationwide. A powerful driver behind job growth, small businesses’ success is critical to our nation’s economic recovery.
As a member of the Senate Small Business Committee, I cosponsored a resolution designating November 30, 2013, as “Small Business Saturday.” The purpose of this national movement is to encourage patrons to shop at local businesses and promote awareness of the importance of these businesses and their unique products to our economy.
It’s no coincidence this day also falls on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, between “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday.” I know many will be braving the crowds or surfing the web in search of thoughtful gifts for family and friends. I hope Nebraskans will take part in this national effort to support our local, independent businesses and the key role they play in growing our communities and our economy.
I wish all Nebraskans a Happy Thanksgiving, and I thank you for the opportunity to serve as your United States Senator. It is my honor and great privilege, for which I thank God each day.
Thank you for taking part in our democratic process, and I look forward to visiting with you again next week.
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