For Immediate Release

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Doug Pike Veterans Day Statement

Ardmore, PA -- Today Doug Pike made the following statement for Veterans Day:

"Today, I salute every veteran who has served.  The commitment to serve and sacrifice for our safety deserves our admiration and praise every day, but today is special and I encourage everyone to thank a veteran today for service to our nation."

"I want to say a special thanks to my dad for serving our nation as a Marine Corps pilot in the Pacific Theater during World War II. His service continues to be an inspiration to me and our family."

Doug Pike served on the Editorial Board of The Philadelphia Inquirer for 14 years and he was the president of a hospital for 10 years. Previously, Pike served as a Special Assistant and Speechwriter for U.S. Senator Paul Tsongas. In 1971, Pike graduated with honors from Princeton University. He lives in Montgomery County.

The 6th District encompasses parts of Berks, Chester, Lehigh, and Montgomery Counties.

Contact: 610-896-2162, drew@pikeforcongress.com

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