WASHINGTON, July 3 -- Sen. Mark Kelly issued the following press release:
Today, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly released the following statement ahead of the 250th anniversary of the United States:
"For two and a half centuries, generations of Americans have stepped up to build this country, defend it, and move us closer to our founding ideals. We haven't always gotten it right, but each generation has worked to leave our country stronger than they found it.
"That spirit has made America the most innovative and successful country in the world. It's the reason a kid who grew up the son of two police officers, went to public schools, and served in the Navy had the opportunity to fly in space and now serves as a United States senator. Opportu...