GOP Hopefuls Extend Independence Day Greetings

Republican presidential candidates and hopefuls took to the Internet and social media Saturday to extend Independence Day greetings to the nation.

"The Fourth of July always reminds me of the opportunity America gave my family, and I ask myself, 'What have I done today to ensure that same opportunity exists for future generations?'" Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said in a statement on his website. "We’re an exceptional nation, and it is up to each of us to keep it that way."

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush released a video on YouTube:

Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul said in a brief video: "Now, 239 years later, our nation is again at a historical apex.

"We must choose whether we will pursue the cause of liberty or continue on a path to an out of control government that attempts to control every aspect of our lives."

Other candidates and hopefuls took to Twitter:

South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham:

On #IndependenceDay, we thank those representing the American spirit and defending our rights, freedom & way of life. pic.twitter.com/ntUQkh6KAr

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 4, 2015

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio:

Happy Independence Day! Click here to read my full 4th of July message --> http://t.co/AQvy4iIupN pic.twitter.com/4WSgGvcKL4

— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) July 4, 2015

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie:

On the #FourthofJuly, it's important to remember how lucky we are. https://t.co/JnVZYqE1Rz

— Chris Christie (@ChrisChristie) July 4, 2015

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal:

Happy Fourth of July everyone. Glad to start my morning off in Urbandale. #IAPolitics pic.twitter.com/jcXvkJlUHP

— Gov. Bobby Jindal (@BobbyJindal) July 4, 2015

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker:

Happy Independence Day! http://t.co/wW9Q8qXoj5

— Governor Walker (@GovWalker) July 4, 2015

Former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum:

Happy birthday America! May God bless you, your family, and the United States of America! pic.twitter.com/jTig9ySqou

— Rick Santorum (@RickSantorum) July 4, 2015

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee:

#IndependenceDay #4thOfJuly pic.twitter.com/3kskqZ1ZXv

— Gov. Mike Huckabee (@GovMikeHuckabee) July 4, 2015

Former New York Gov. George Pataki:

En el 4 de Julio celebramos nuestra creencia que todos son creados igual. Reafime esta idea, firme nuestra petitión http://t.co/jDI3X8hyI7

— George E. Pataki (@GovernorPataki) July 3, 2015

Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry:

Happy 4th of July! pic.twitter.com/Uv5HAD7ROm

— Rick Perry (@GovernorPerry) July 4, 2015

Billionaire businessman Donald Trump:

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY TO EVERYONE! MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 4, 2015

Retired pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson:

Our youth is our future, the future is bright, and We the People will #HealInspireRevive #4thofJulyweekend pic.twitter.com/BHPBMHck8p

— Dr. Ben Carson (@RealBenCarson) July 3, 2015

Former Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Carly Fiorina:

Here's what I'm thinking about on our nation's 239th birthday. Happy Independence Day. pic.twitter.com/Wc5MId6OjH

— Carly Fiorina (@CarlyFiorina) July 4, 2015

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