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2. "We owe it to the soldiers fighting in our name to understand the courage, character and selfless dedication their service represents — no matter what our politics or convictions." --Mercury News Editorial

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16. “It was hard having him gone, but it's also hard getting accustomed to having him at home. When he came back, it's still a little awkward. It's hard to open yourself back up.” --Tanja Soto

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