WASHINGTON--Sen. Chuck Grassley today released the following comment to celebrate Independence Day. An audio comment can be found at:
http://grassley.senate.gov/index.cfm?FuseAction=Radio.Home.
“Today we say Happy Birthday to America. As we celebrate this Independence Day with family and friends, it’s a good time to pause to remember all those who have fought-at great personal sacrifice- to secure our freedom and liberties.
“230 years ago the leaders of America’s independence had a dream that we would live in a safe and free society. They put everything on the line to create a country that would represent a better life and greater opportunities for generations to come. The country they created became nothing less than the leader of the free world. And today, brave men and women serving in the United States’ military share that dream and commitment as they fight for freedom abroad, at great personal sacrifice.
“The pledge of allegiance states, “with liberty and justice for all.” These words ring true as we remember the foundation of our nation, and the fight for freedom we see today.
“This 4th of July, please join me in saluting our soldiers for all they have done, and continue to do to keep America great.”