BISMARCK – U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-ND, a Senate Armed Services Committee member, issued the following statement today on the 65th anniversary of the groundbreaking of Minot Air Force Base:

“To the men and women of the Minot Air Force Base, and the supportive community surrounding it, you make America great. For 65 years, you and all who came before you have faithfully served our country and lived up to your motto, ‘Only The Best Come North.’ Every day you go to work carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms and keep us safe. Thank you for all you do.”