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On the recordJuly 8, 2026
America is the greatest nation in the world. Not by a little bit, but by a whole lot. For 250 years, the United States has stood as a beacon of freedom, opportunity, perseverance, and innovation. This American spirit is alive and well, especially in my home state of Idaho.
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Jim Risch
Republican · Idaho

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Statement on the 250th anniversary of American independence

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