Governor Mills Veterans Day Statement

Augusta, MAINE - Governor Mills issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day:

"This Veterans Day, we remember those who risked their lives; those who left the safety of their homes so that we might be safe in our homes. We express our deepest gratitude to those who fought for democracy and human rights across the world; those who protected the right to fair, free elections so that every vote and every ballot box counts. We honor those who fought and celebrated victories in the streets so that we might walk all our roads in freedom. To every veteran and every veteran's family, thank you for your service and sacrifice. We will never forget it."

As the daughter and sister of veterans, Governor Mills has made it a priority to ensure that her Administration stands by servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Governor Mills has reestablished Maine's Aides-de-camp positions, strengthened dental care for Maine veterans, created the Governor's Challenge to coordinate behavioral health services and prevent suicides by veterans, and prioritized efforts to address veteran employment and housing challenges. Last week, Governor Mills thanked veterans for their service and sacrifice in her weekly radio address.