Amata’s 4th of July Statement
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement celebrating the Fourth of July:
“Happy Fourth of July, and enjoy the holiday weekend with friends and family! Independence Day is the annual celebration of nationhood for the United States, and the ideals of freedom that the entire country holds dear. It is celebrated nationwide traditionally with fireworks, parades and parties.
“For our islands, the Fourth of July emphasizes our strong connection to the Armed Forces, including many military families and many veterans. A special thank you to all the many men and women from American Samoa serving in the military, stationed in the U.S. or at key locations worldwide. We honor your service and sacrifice. God bless you all on this Fourth of July!”
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