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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement honoring Independence Day.

“Today marks 239 years since our Founding Fathers came together in Philadelphia to plot a new course that would change the history of the world. The words of the Declaration of Independence are as true today as they were then: ‘that all are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.’

“The declaration continues to be the moral compass for our great nation and reminds us of what it truly means to be an American. Today is a celebration of these values and of the brave men and women who have served our country and made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.

“As we celebrate with friends and family, let us pause to honor and thank those who have served. And may we remember that whatever may divide us, we are first and foremost Americans. We are all united by pride and love for our country. And our country is stronger when every American may pursue the Founders’ ideals of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”