Senator Collins’ Statement Commemorating Memorial Day

Washington, D.C. - In advance of Memorial Day, U.S. Senator Susan Collins issued the following statement:

“Throughout America, we gather on this solemn day of gratitude. In small towns and big cities, we honor those who gave their all for all of us. We are reminded that freedom is a gift purchased at the greatest possible price.

“From America’s founding to our time, the men and women of our armed forces have written the history of freedom. From generation to generation, they add new and inspiring chapters of valor, devotion to duty, and sacrifice.”