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Congratulations to Israel on 64 Years of Independence

Posted by Sen. Reid's Staff

I congratulate Israel as it celebrates 64 years of independence today. In 1948, just minutes after independence was declared, the United States was the first nation to recognize Israel’s sovereignty. Our support for Israel has never once faltered.

I was first exposed to the State of Israel and Nevada’s vibrant Jewish community as a young man at Bonds for Israel dinners that I attended with my wife and her family. Those early experiences were formative, and I have strongly supported Israel throughout my career.

I stand with Israel, the Congress stands with Israel and America stands with Israel because our shared democratic values are one and the same. We should never forget that Israel remains threatened by terrorist groups and regimes that want to destroy it. Yet the people of Israel never tire in their commitment to democratic principles and freedoms.

I remain committed to a secure Israel, and I look forward to many more years of a U.S.-Israel partnership.

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April 26, 2012 8:00 AM		Congratulations to Israel on 64 Years of Independence Congratulations to Israel on 64 Years of Independence
March 1, 2012 2:43 PM		New Marker Commemorates the Contributions of Slave Laborers who Built U.S. Capitol I recently joined my friend Congressman John Lewis and other Members of Congress to unveil a new marker that honors the contributions of slave laborers that built the U.S. Capitol. More than 100 slaves worked in treacherous conditions, in the blistering sun and freezing cold, to raise the historic building.
February 1, 2012 4:10 PM		Yucca Mountain a relic of the past after new report Last week, the Blue Ribbon Commission (BRC) released its final report on recommendations for managing nuclear waste in the United States. Yucca is now a relic of the past, and this report validates what I have been saying for decades: the federal government should not be in the business of forcing nuclear waste on Nevadans or anybody who does not consent to have it.
February 1, 2012 9:18 AM		STOCK Act will ensure members of Congress must play by same rules This week, the Senate will vote on an important piece of legislation called the Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge, or the STOCK Act.
December 7, 2011 4:19 PM		Reid honors Pearl Harbor veterans for their sacrifice and courage Seventy years ago, the attack on Pearl Harbor changed our country forever. It also hardened our resolved to become a better, stronger nation.
November 10, 2011 9:57 AM		McCarran’s USO Lounge welcomes service members from around the world McCarran’s USO Lounge welcomes service members from around the world
November 7, 2011 2:27 PM		"Brand USA" to attract more visitors to Nevada, create jobs "Brand USA" to attract more visitors to Nevada, create jobs
October 6, 2011 6:12 PM		Reid introduces Miranda Du at nomination hearing I was pleased to introduce today Reno's Miranda Du, a nominee for the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada. Ms. Du is an experienced litigator with an enormous love and appreciation for the state of Nevada. She's also a tremendous public servant.
October 6, 2011 12:29 PM		Reid welcomes Las Vegas pastor to open Senate Today I had the pleasure of welcoming a special guest from Nevada, the Reverend D. Edward Chaney, who this morning delivered an eloquent invocation.
October 4, 2011 1:54 PM		Reid: Hoover Power Act important for Nevada's economy I'm pleased that the House of Representatives yesterday passed a bill that I've worked hard on for many years because it's crucial to Nevada: The Hoover Power Allocation Act.
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