WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth issued the following press release:

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today participated in a Naturalization Recognition Ceremony hosted by Mano a Mano Family Resource Center in Grayslake to welcome more than 50 residents from five different countries who will soon be sworn in as naturalized United States citizens. In her remarks to the future Americans, Duckworth highlighted the importance of diversity in strengthening our nation and her love for our country. Photos from today's ceremony are available on the Senator's website.

"For everyone here today, whether your journey started in Mexico or Ukraine, your hard work and dedication make your stories the American Dream," Duckworth said. "Despi...