WASHINGTON, July 4 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto issued the following press release:
U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement celebrating 250 years of American independence:
"250 years ago, our Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence and decided our nation would be governed by and for the people. Our democratic ideals have led the United States to become a global powerhouse - not just because of our wealth and our strength, but also because of our unwavering belief in freedom and opportunity.
"In this country, a baker originally from Chihuahua, Mexico can bring his family to Las Vegas for a better life, and his granddaughter can become the first woman from Nevada and the first Latina ...