Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1899, E. B. White, American essayist and journalist (died 1985) was born. In 1906, Murder of Grace Brown by Chester Gillette in the United States, inspiration for Theodore Dreiser's An American Tragedy. In 1921, Former president of the United States William Howard Taft is sworn in as 10th chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, becoming the only person ever to hold both offices. In 1925, Peter Kyros, American lawyer and politician (died 2012) was born. In 1967, Guy Favreau, Canadian lawyer, judge, and politician, 28th Canadian Minister of Justice (born 1917) passed away. In 1968, Michael Geist, Canadian journalist and academic was born. In 1977, Martin Luther King Jr., assassinated in 1968, is awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 1980, Kevin Powers, American soldier and author was born. In 2014, John Seigenthaler, American journalist and academic (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

“I’m not interested in patriotism. I’m interested in justice.”

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July 9, 2026

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As America commemorates 250 years, community leaders share their thoughts on the fight for liberation amid increased fascism. The post “I’m not interested in patriotism. I’m interested in justice.” appeared first on Knock LA.

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Salon

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· Jul 10, 2026

What a subway ride with white supremacists taught me about America

Surrounded by masked Patriot Front members on the DC Metro, I considered what it means to be an American

Variety

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· Jul 5, 2026

Bruce Springsteen Says He’s a ‘Patriot’ for Standing Up to Trump: ‘I Believe in Critical Patriotism’

Bruce Springsteen said during his recent PBS special, “Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song,” that being a true patriot is all about coming face-to-face with America’s flaws and encouraging the government and your fellow citizens to do better. “I believe in critical patriotism,” Springsteen said. “I believe that’s the definition of a patriot, you know, []

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 4, 2026

A Grateful Canadian’s Love Letter To America

My Dearest America, From across your northern border, from a nation that has enjoyed the serene luxury of your shadow and your shelter, I write to you on the occasion of your 250th birthday — as a grateful beloved and not some moralistic scold or resentful neighbor. For I am acutely aware that the liberties ...

Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 9, 2026

We Need a Rebirth of Instinctive Patriotism

We Need a Rebirth of Instinctive Patriotism

Conservative Review

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· Jul 6, 2026

Young Washington Captures The Spirit Of America

Young Washington emphasizes the uniquely American character of the Father of Our Country, while honoring his 'wild, beautiful, dangerous, but free' life.

RedState

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· Jul 4, 2026

In Honor of America 250, the Films That Shaped My Patriotism—and Maybe Yours

In Honor of America 250, the Films That Shaped My Patriotism—and Maybe Yours

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Related coverage for "“I’m not interested in patriotism. I’m interested in justice.”": Salon — What a subway ride with white supremacists taught me about America. Variety — Bruce Springsteen Says He’s a ‘Patriot’ for Standing Up to Trump: ‘I Believe in Critical Patriotism’. The Daily Wire — A Grateful Canadian’s Love Letter To America. Real Clear Politics — We Need a Rebirth of Instinctive Patriotism. Conservative Review — Young Washington Captures The Spirit Of America. RedState — In Honor of America 250, the Films That Shaped My Patriotism—and Maybe Yours