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(1/4) Last month while visiting Taylorville to see first-hand some of the devastation caused by recent tornadoes, I spoke with the Barker family who lost their vehicles, their home and everything in it.
(2/4) Mr. Barker was very upset about losing his flag poles—because it meant he wouldn’t be able to fly his American flag any more.
(3/4) While we can’t bring back the home the home they lost, late last week my staff was able to deliver the Barkers a flag we had flown over the Capitol in DC—the Barker’s were thrilled to receive it.
(4/4) Mr. Barker told us he couldn’t wait to get back in a home so he could proudly fly his new flag. I can’t wait either. Good luck to the Barker family as you go through this difficult time. I’m looking forward to seeing photos of your new home with this flag flying out front!
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