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- That's good.

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The chief and I wanted to
take a few minutes to check in

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with everyone as we
approach the holiday season.

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This has been an unusual year,

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and let me just reiterate how proud I am

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of everything you've
accomplished in the midst of

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and frankly, in spite of COVID-19.

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Not only have we accomplished
the mission every day,

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we've done it safely.

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We've ensured our installation,

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our work centers, housing
areas, and dormitory are safe.

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- As we roll into the holidays

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we want to remind you
a few things first off,

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remember that, even when you
are on duty and off duty,

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online, out of state
or across the country,

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you are still an airman first.

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Continue to conduct yourselves honorably

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and remember that, our nation
is always watching what you do

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in and out of uniform.

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- Remember that you are
the 66th Air Base Group

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most treasured asset.

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Take care of yourself, take
care of your families, be safe

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and most importantly, reach
out to your fellow Bigay airmen

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or CEOs, civilians,
enlisted, and officers.

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If you're leaving town,
enjoy your downtime

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with family and friends.

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But please remember, those who couldn't.

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Keep in mind, if you do travel

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that you will follow the
Massachusetts state policies

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and the installation policies
as it pertains to testing

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and the 14 day quarantine.

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I challenge you to reach out
to at least one person who

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for whatever reason,

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couldn't be with those
they love this season.

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And do something that let's them know

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that they are not forgotten,
that they matter to you.

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- If you'll be staying
on Hanscom Air Force Base

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for the duration of the holiday,

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we're planning some great
events to help celebrate

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the close of 2020 and kick
the New Year off right away.

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The commander and I will
be taking some time,

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to drop by and see how you are doing

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throughout the month of December.

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One such event is our
Hanscom holiday parade

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and virtual tree lighting
ceremony on three December

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at 1530, hosted by these amazing
airman here with us today.

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These amazing airmen and
leaders are putting on

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a great event for our community

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and I hope you'll be able to
join in some of the festivities

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and that you can get some time to rest,

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recharge the batteries,

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and regroup to continue the fight in 2021.

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- Let me be very clear.

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We are all family here at Hanscom,

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if you're feeling alone or isolated,

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please reach out to someone.

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We have so many resources
ready and willing to help.

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Be safe.

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- Be healthy.

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- Stay connected.
- Stay connected.