As the United States begins a yearlong celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, President J. Stuart Adams issued the following statement to commemorate the milestone and mark the historic anniversary:
“For 250 years, America has stood as the hope of the world. Our founding ideals of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness have stretched far beyond our borders and inspired generations around the globe.
“This anniversary is a celebration of our shared history, a tribute to those who have defended our liberty and a reaffirmation of the ideals that continue to shape our future. As we begin this historic, yearlong commemoration, I invite every Utahn to reflect on our history and look forward with hope to the promise that the best is still to come
“Our strength as a nation lies in its people. America remains the hope of the world. And Utah, with its steadfast leadership and enduring values, is the hope of America. May God continue to bless the United States of America.”
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