Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed November 11 as Veterans Day in Michigan. In a news release, she says,"On Veterans Day, we celebrate the Michiganders who served our state and nation in uniform and honor those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms," adding "In Michigan, let’s work together to ensure the more than 530,000 veterans and their families who call our great state home have the support they need to thrive.”
The Governor also said the state should keep working together so veterans can have good paying jobs, affordable housing and quality health care among other things.
State officials say there are many ways to celebrate Veterans Day such as flying the U.S. flag, volunteering at a local veteran’s home or thanking a veteran for their service. They are also encouraging veterans in the state to investigate their earned benefits by calling 1-800-MICH-VET.
Earlier this month, Governor Whitmer proclaimed November as Veterans and Military Families Month.
