r. hughs of greenwood, louisiana. and our thoughts are also with the marine who kyle saved that day, his brother, nick. i had the opportunity to meet nick as well nearly two years after the blast on one of my visits to walter reed. nick also suffered grievous wounds. as a result of traumatic brain injury he couldn't speak for more than a year. he also endured multiple surgeries. today his recovery continues. he lives at home with his family in plymouth, massachusetts, where he is watching this ceremony. so, nick, on behalf of all of us, i want you to know we honor your sacrifice as well. your perseverance is an inspiration and just as kyle was there for you, our nation will be there for you and your family as you grow stronger in the years ahead. if any of our wounded warriors seek an example, let me amend that. if any american seeks a model of the strength and resilience that define us as a people, 9/11 ng this newest generation, i want you to consider kyle. after everything he's been through, he skis, he snowboards