Vets for Freedom is proud to announce its support of Charlie Summers for United States Congress in the First District of Maine. In the uncertain days after September 11, 2001, Charlie served with distinction in the Pentagon as a member of the U.S. Navy Reserve, supporting the U.S. fight against terrorism through work with the Secretary of the Navy. Duty called once again in May 2007 when he left Maine for Baghdad, serving nine months on Active Duty as a Lieutenant Commander with the Multi-National Forces in Iraq, as part of the Communications Division of the Strategic Effects Directorate. Vets for Freedom applauds Charlie's strong commitment to continue his public service in the United States Congress.

"As a fellow veteran, I am truly humbled to speak on behalf of more than 27,000 members of Vets for Freedom in offering our strong endorsement of Charlie Summers for United States Congress," said Vets for Freedom Chairman, Pete Hegseth. "Serving in combat demands an extremely unique dedication to excellence, a true understanding of leadership and an unselfish willingness to serve your country - Charlie understands this firsthand, and it's that same perspective that he will use to approach his job as a Congressman. He knows that the fight we are currently undertaking in Iraq and Afghanistan is vital to our success in the global effort against Islamic extremism."

Hegseth continued, "As the brave men and women who wear our nation's uniform continue to serve in harm's way, it is important that politics end at the water's edge. Charlie's the kind of leader who will not let the Washington game playing stand in his way as he fights for the protection of both our national security and our troops. I am proud to offer the strong endorsement of Vets for Freedom."

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