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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day, which will be observed on Monday, May 29 2017.

“Memorial Day weekend is a time we come together as community to salute the men and women who served this country and gave their life to keep this nation safe, secure and free. During these times, we think about what it means to be American, and how fortunate we are to have freedom of speech and religion, freedom of the press and freedom of assembly, the right to security and liberty, the right to equal treatment under the law and due process, among other civil liberties. We remember we can never take these liberties for granted.

“Throughout our nation’s history, millions of heroes have stepped forward to defend our freedom and our way of life. This is a day we remember them, share stories between generations and rededicate ourselves to preserving the ideals they gave their lives to protect. It is because of them that we proudly remain the land of the free and the home of the brave, and we must never forget them or take these freedoms for granted.”