For Immediate Release
May 1, 2009
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Brubaker Marks Loyalty Day Holiday 

HARRISBURG – Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36) marked Loyalty Day today by thanking area veterans who have helped to promote peace and freedom across the globe. 

"Loyalty Day is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the things that make our state and nation exceptional – patriotism, courage, compassion and freedom," Brubaker said. "Our veterans deserve a great deal of credit for the sacrifices they have made to keep us safe and free, and I hope that every American can show their appreciation by honoring our country today and taking pride in the nation we have built together." 

Loyalty Day originally began as "Americanization Day" in 1921 in response to an international holiday on May 1 honoring communism. The holiday was officially recognized as Loyalty Day in 1949. Loyalty Day is celebrated in America to promote patriotism and freedom.