Nick Brown for Attorney General – September 11, 2024

Today, we remember September 11, 2001.
As I reflect on how profoundly our nation and world changed that day and as we honor the 2,977 victims we lost, I am deeply grateful for the heroic efforts of our first responders, so many of whom went above and beyond the call of duty to save as many people as possible that terrible day. Their sacrifices are the true definition of service. 
I’m also thinking about my fellow servicemembers who served in the Iraq War for years afterward. September 11th was the catalyst for many who stepped forward to serve and the catalyst for my deployment to Iraq. My experience serving in our military gave me a deeper understanding of our shared values and it will make me a stronger elected leader — servicemembers understand just how important our democracy is and the sacrifice it takes to protect it.
My time in the Army also taught me how to use my voice to defend our fundamental rights and freedoms — and to protect and honor both our first responders and veterans who are in service to our nation. 
Yet today despite their service and sacrifice, veterans face disproportionate rates of homelessness and substance abuse, and often face challenges accessing healthcare and employment opportunities. 
While Washington has some of the strongest protections for active military and veterans in the country, there’s always more we can do — and I’m committed to ensuring that both our first responders and veterans always have access to the medical care, resources, and support they need.
Thanks for reading. I hope you’ll join me in taking some time to reflect today.
— Nick