Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued the following statement in observance of Veterans Day:
"Veterans Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the commitment and sacrifice of our state's military heroes. It is a day deeply steeped in patriotic symbolism commemorating and honoring generations of past and present military service members and their families.
"On behalf of all Nebraskans, Susanne and I thank all of our state's veterans for their service and their sacrifices. You have made Nebraskans proud. You are part of what makes Nebraska so great."