How the Founders Celebrated the 4th

Preserving America’s Principles in an Unprincipled World

Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Founding tomorrow with an extravaganza of concerts, parties, fireworks, and parades. Their friends from abroad are joining the party with gusto: Yesterday, an armada that descended on New York Harbor as part of the festivities included service members from over 100 countries.The post Preserving America’s Principles in an Unprincipled World appeared first on .

[Wang Son-taek] America 250: Liberal democracy 250

Last week marked the 250th anniversary of American independence. Although Americans celebrate it as the birth of their nation, the anniversary deserves recognition far beyond the United States because it marks the emergence of the modern democratic republic as a practical model of government. The principles underlying liberal democracy had existed long before 1776. Ancient Athens experimented with democracy, Ancient Rome contributed republican traditions, and Enlightenment thinkers such as John

Mamdani’s Sour Independence Day Address Showed How Little He Understands America

This Independence Day, countless Americans celebrated our country’s 250th anniversary in countless jubilatory ways, from grilling in the backyard, to going to fireworks shows, and even traveling to Mt. Vernon to pay respects to the Father of Our Country. But a certain socialist mayor of New York City took the occasion to deliver a speech...

Trump Visits Mount Rushmore to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary

The United States is commemorating its 250th anniversary with nationwide celebrations marking the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence. The anniversary is one of the country’s most significant historical milestones, with events taking place across the nation and culminating in a major celebration in Washington. As part of the commemorations, Donald Trump is [] The post Trump Visits Mount Rushmore to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Sunday Summary: The Deals Lit Up Like a Fireworks Display

Yesterday was July 4 — the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and with it the creation of the greatest democracy on Earth. But, for a number of real estate companies, the fireworks arrived well in advance of the holiday. Last week kicked off with British investor Bridgepoint Group throwing down []

Red, white, and blueberry: US’s original fruit is key to making America healthy again

This July Fourth, as millions of American families gather around picnic tables, ball fields, and backyard grills to celebrate our nation’s independence, we’re reminded of the spirit of ingenuity that built our great country. And there is another American tradition worth celebrating as we approach America’s 250th anniversary: the ingenuity of American farming and its []

A bitter anniversary: The American ideal turns 250 amid turmoil

The United States is celebrating the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence on July 4. It does so amidst protests from the ‘No Kings’ movement, which rallies against Trump’s authoritarianism. The ideals of Thomas Jefferson – one of the Founding Fathers – look worse for wear on a date marked by the government’s rewriting of history and by doubts about what remains of the American Dream

Former presidents reflect on America at 250: ‘Constant work in progress’

Former Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton on Saturday marked the U.S.’s 250th birthday with messages reflecting on both U.S. history and the future of the country. Their sentiments struck a common theme: the U.S. has prospered since its founding in 1776 because generations of Americans have worked to fight...

Happy 4th of July 2026: Wishes, Quotes, Messages and HD Wallpapers

The United States is celebrating its 250th Independence Day today, July 4, 2026, marking the historic Semiquincentennial. This milestone features major events, including historic ship parades, massive firework displays, and digital celebrations across the country. Citizens are sharing 'Happy 4th of July' greetings, messages, historic quotes and HD wallpapers.

America at a Crossroads

Celebration of America’s 250th anniversary has been, I think, muted. President Trump has tried to clean up Washington, D.C., for the occasion, and has sponsored various festivities. But Democrats have actively opposed his cleanup efforts, so we have the absurd spectacle of Democrats cheering on the algae in the Reflecting Pool. And they have largely boycotted the celebrations. Many have compared the enthusiasm and good cheer with which our Bicentennial

Does America’s 250th Deserve Our Celebration?

As we observe the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the question has been raised whether our experiment in self-government still merits our celebration—or our condemnation. I find myself having to republish a rebuttal to this claim every July 4, because every July 4 brings a new call to no longer celebrate the Fourth.... The post Does America’s 250th Deserve Our Celebration? first appeared on Texas Public Policy Foundation.

What role did France play in the American Revolution?

On July 4, Americans are celebrating the 250th anniversary of their independence – an event in which the French played a part.

America’s Greatest Strength

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, many of us seem to have forgotten a primary reason for America’s great success. In 250 years, our country became the world’s political, economic, and technological leader and the preeminent military, democratic, and moral force. This collective amnesia comes at a time of rising global competition, burgeoning []

‘The View’ Discusses The American Flag

“The View” marked the Fourth of July weekend with a segment that managed to turn a broadly patriotic holiday into another culture-war argument. Across the country, Americans celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with fireworks, parades, cookouts, and plenty of American flags. For many people, the Stars and Stripes remain a straightforward []

As the US marks its 250th birthday, it operates an empire in all but name

There will be parades and speeches, fireworks and barbecues, and a healthy dose of patriotism. This Fourth of July, Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of their country’s independence from the British empire. Many remain unaware of when their continental republic became an empire of its own. Neither will many of them know that at the turn of the 20th century, the founding principle of the Declaration of Independence was betrayed, despite impassioned opposition from some of the most...

‘Secured our freedom’: Trump praises America’s great men of history

US President Donald Trump celebrates George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt during his 250th anniversary speech at Mount Rushmore. “These are the men who declared our freedom, who won our freedom, saved our freedom, and secured our freedom,” Mr Trump said. “These men could only have been made in the USA.”

“Testament to the strong friendship”: US Ambassador Gor hails celebrations of 250 years of America’s freedom in Hyderabad

In a post on X, the Ambassador noted that the evening, marking the anniversary of US Independence, was attended by industry leaders, innovators, musicians from Boston and India, among others.

America at 250: Rethinking Independence and the Stories We Tell Ourselves

Joshua Scheer As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, politicians from across the political spectrum are invoking the familiar language of freedom, democracy and American exceptionalism. Fireworks, patriotic speeches and national celebrations present the nation’s founding as the birth of liberty and self-government. political leaders across the ideological spectrum []

Two Centuries, Five Decades, One Big Birthday: America Hits 250

Communities across the United States are gathering today, July 4, 2026, to mark the country’s 250th Independence Day. The milestone anniversary, officially designated as the U.S. Semiquincentennial, comes exactly 250 years after the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in 1776—an event the founders themselves recognized would carry a massive, centuries-long legacy. [] Two Centuries, Five Decades, One Big Birthday: America Hits 250

'We are heroic people with heroic spirit': Donald Trump marks America's 250th Independence Day

US President Donald Trump marked America's 250th independence anniversary with a patriotic speech on the National Mall, celebrating the nation's enduring spirit and strength. Despite severe storms briefly disrupting the event and forcing an evacuation, thousands gathered for the occasion. Trump lauded veterans and the country's founding principles, while also weaving in partisan themes ahead of upcoming elections. Celebrations across the US were impacted by extreme weather.

America’s 250th Includes Energy Exceptionalism

Every Fourth of July commemorates America’s independence from the yoke of a despotic system of governance and the nation’s emergence The post America’s 250th Includes Energy Exceptionalism appeared first on IER.

Know these words from the Declaration of Independence

Before July Fourth became an American holiday, it was a revolutionary political statement, codified in the Declaration of Independence. This founding document gave voice to a bold idea: that our rights do not come from kings, politicians, or government, and that every person has dignity and value. Nearly 250 years later, those ideas still shape [] The post Know these words from the Declaration of Independence appeared first on Americans for Prosperity.

The 250th Anniversary Of…What, Exactly?

In a few days, Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. There will be fireworks, concerts, speeches, and millions of backyard barbecues. But what precisely are we celebrating? Most Americans know that on July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, explaining why the colonies were “dissolving the []

Greetings on this 250th birthday of the great American experiment * WorldNetDaily * by WND Staff

Source link 250 years ago, a bold idea changed the course of history. Today we celebrate the people, principles, and enduring promise of the United States of America. Happy 4th

'Great American State Fair' kicks off US 250th anniversary celebrations

The Great American State Fair kicked off in Washington, D.C., in a “World Fair-style celebration of America’s 250th birthday” on the 4th of July, organizers said. Gavino Garay takes a first look, where fairgoers donned red, white and blue, and religion and Trump were prominent themes throughout — a closeness that had some opening acts cancel their gigs over what they said was partisanship. #greatamericanstatefair #freedom250 #fair #july4th #fourthofjuly

[PHOTO] Celebrating 40th anniv.

[PHOTO] Celebrating 40th anniv.

Fourth of July Fireworks

Steve Brodner Happy birthday, America! The post Fourth of July Fireworks appeared first on The Nation.

MIKE PENCE: The next generation needs faith in God and confidence in the American ideal

As America celebrates its 250th birthday this Independence Day, a reflection on the Founders of 1776 and renewing the ideals of liberty today.

Why Do We Celebrate July 4?

Let us listen to the words of the Declaration of Independence again.

The 250th anniversary of America is celebrated at a reception in Belfast

The 250th anniversary of American independence has been celebrated at a reception in Belfast.

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with Tom Cruise and More on Paramount+

Everyone loves a birthday party, and America is about to experience a celebration like no other. 250 years since its founding fathers adopted the Declaration of Independence, the United States of America will celebrate a quarter-millennium of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” And what better way to celebrate than by staying at home []

US 4th of July celebrations LIVE updates: Fireworks start as Trump finishes speech at Washington event postponed by storm that upended America’s 250th anniversary celebration

The United States of America is marking the anniversary with celebrations that President Donald Trump has billed as “the most spectacular birthday party the world has ever seen”. Follow live.