Governor Paul LePage and his wife Ann LePage Send a Holiday Message To Soldiers Stationed Overseas

The governor and the first lady reached out to more than 200 deployed Maine Army Guardsmen who are currently stationed in Afghanistan. The first couple reached out to the soldiers through a video message to thank them for their service.

‘Ann and I have you in our thoughts and prayers, and, if you or your families should need anything at all, we are only a phone call away, we mean that." The Governor offered to call family members of the Soldiers saying it was the least he could do while they serve far away to protect our freedoms here at home. "We know you have a job to do and we know the mission will be accomplished. However, most important is that you return home safely.’

The soldiers are from the 488th Military Police Company in Afghanistan, the 101st Air Refueling Wing in Afghanistan, the 121st Public Affairs Detachment in Kosovo, and the Charley 1-126th Aviation Company in Kuwait.

First Lady Anne M. LePage added, "Your presence is missed by your families and fellow Mainers during Christmas and the holidays, but we are so grateful for your service. You are shining examples of why our nation is great. We wish you Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas."

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