OPINION — This Sept. 11, we bow our heads to the many we lost on that fateful day. Anyone who was alive that morning remembers not only what they were doing but the emotional toll it took on our entire nation.
It is also a perfect moment to honor the service and commitment of U.S. Army Reserve members in the Phoenix area, many of whom answered the call to come to our nation’s defense that day and in the months the followed. These individuals embody the best of our community.
These soldiers put their lives on the line for us every day, as we know well. In return, Phoenix industries and businesses are hard at work building systems that protect them. We require continued support from Congress, particularly when it comes to funding modern defense systems, especially advanced missile defense.
Such investments are critical to the future of American and allied military operations.
These programs also have a measurable impact here at home. Across Arizona, defense investments generate billions in economic output and support thousands of jobs, reinforcing the connection between national security and economic strength.
We need to look to the future. Supporting programs like the Integrated Battle Command System ensures that our military remains ready, capable and equipped for whatever comes next.
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