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| https://davidyoung.house.gov/media-center/weeklyreport/blessed-be-iowan | Blessed to be an Iowan | 2016-12-16 | 2016 | 2016-12 | Republican | House | IA | David Young | Y000066 | davidyoung.house.gov | legacy | Blessed to be an Iowan In the Young household, Christmas is an opportunity to reflect on and recommit to our faith, unplug, connect, and catch up with one another after a long year. We attend church services and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. We gather as a family, reminiscing about past memories around the supper table, and make new memories for our future generations to continue. I always enjoy this time of year - the Christmas season marked by family tradition, joy, thankfulness, and faith. It is a time embraced with compassion and generosity as we remember those less fortunate, help our communities, and assist our neighbors in need. Whatever your traditions or beliefs may be, it is my hope you may spend time or connect with those you love and cherish, even if it’s from afar. We know Christmas and holidays can be difficult for some. None of us are perfect and immune to spiritual trials or relationship struggles with others. It is my prayer that with humility and forgiveness, we can find peace and love we all desire and deserve this Christmas. As we reflect on the passing of another year, let us be reminded of the love, joy, and gratitude the holiday season brings, and the blessings life in this great nation afford us. And, we are especially blessed to be Iowans - America's true heartland is our home. It is especially fitting to remember as Americans, we have the right to practice the religion of our choosing, and observe its holidays and traditions, without the fear of government persecution. Unfortunately, this is a liberty many families in nations around the world can only dream of. We have the right to have beliefs and ways of thinking which may differ from our neighbors, our family members, and our elected officials. The willingness to accept and respect these differences is a foundation of this nation. We are grateful for the service and sacrifice of our military members who stand to protect these rights and freedoms. This season, please join me in taking a moment to think about and thank our men and women in uniform who are not able to be with their families today, the service members who are serving to protect the nation we love and to keep us safe. Let us also keep the families and loved ones of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in our thoughts and prayers. As you go forth this holiday season, may God bless you and your family. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |