A Memorial Day Message from SMART-TD President Jeremy Ferguson

Brothers and sisters,

On this Memorial Day, we pause as a nation to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States of America. Their courage, dedication, and selfless devotion to duty secured the freedoms we enjoy every day.

Memorial Day is far more than the unofficial start of summer. It is a solemn reminder of the cost of liberty and the tremendous sacrifices made by generations of those who answered the call to defend or serve our country in a multitude of ways.

As union members, we understand the value of solidarity, sacrifice, and standing together for a cause greater than ourselves. The laws that allow us to exercise the freedoms we enjoy daily, including the right to organize, advocate, and provide for our families, were secured by those who gave their lives for this nation and deserve our gratitude.

As our country prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States this year, we must also remember the extraordinary humanitarian cost that brought us to this moment in history. For nearly two and a half centuries, generations have defended our nation and preserved the principles of freedom and democracy through service, courage, and sacrifice. We honor those who gave their lives so that future generations could continue to live in liberty and with opportunity.

I encourage each of you to take a moment to pay your respects and reflect on all the fallen heroes, and to remember and comfort the families you may personally know who continue to carry the weight of that loss with pride and honor. Let us honor their legacy not only with remembrance, but through our commitment to one another, our communities, and the values that unite us as Americans.

Please stay safe this holiday weekend. Thank you for all you do every day to keep this country moving, and may God bless our military members, veterans, and the families of our fallen heroes.

In Solidarity,
Jeremy R. Ferguson
President – Transportation Division
U.S. Army 1988-1991

As always, SMART-TD remains committed to recognizing and honoring our veterans. If you have served in the United States Armed Forces, we encourage you to share your service information through the SMART Member Portal so we may properly recognize and thank you for your service.