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WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor:
Thune’s remarks below (as delivered):
“Mr. President, before I close, I want to say a few words about Veterans Day.
“Last month, I had the opportunity to attend two deployment ceremonies back home in South Dakota.
“And in this 250th year of our country’s independence, these ceremonies held a special significance.
“Celebrating 250 years of American independence would be incomplete without acknowledging that this nation endures because Americans have answered and continue to answer the call to serve.
“For many Americans, serving our country is a family tradition they trace back through generations.
“Others are the first in their family to put on the uniform.
“All – all – are ready to give their lives and their future for this country’s future.
“I’m grateful to all the Americans who have served our country in uniform.
“To Chairman Moran and members of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee – thank you for all of your work this Congress to help improve the lives of all of America’s veterans.
“And I want to wish all those who have served a happy Veterans Day.”