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On USA’s 250th birthday, Californians should remember when we saved the world from tyranny
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. If there ever was a moment for citizens of the United States of America to contemplate and appreciate how their nation has affected humankind’s evolution, it is now on its 250th birthday. Yes, the U.S. is now afflicted with political polarization and cultural []
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Off The Press
· Jul 8, 2026
OP-ED: New Survey Shows Why States Must Renew Focus on Civics Education
As we continue to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and reflect on our great nation’s founding ideals and future, states have a renewed responsibility to ensure students understand the constitutional inheritance they are being asked to preserve. This anniversary is not only a celebration of the past, but also a reminder that the next generation must []...Click to read more
DNyuz
· Jul 4, 2026
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 []
RedState
· Jun 29, 2026
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
URL Media
· Jul 3, 2026
The semiquincentennial of second sight: Black America’s X-ray vision for democracy
If the United States survives to celebrate its quincentennial in 2276, I hope my descendants will forgive yours. Not because America was imperfect. Every nation is. But because generation after [] The post The semiquincentennial of second sight: Black America’s X-ray vision for democracy appeared first on URL Media.
Jewish News Syndicate
· Jun 30, 2026
Happy unrequited birthday, America!
The celebratory mood is mixed, if not altogether nihilistic.
Conservative Review
· Jul 3, 2026
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 .
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Related coverage for "On USA’s 250th birthday, Californians should remember when we saved the world from tyranny": Off The Press — OP-ED: New Survey Shows Why States Must Renew Focus on Civics Education. DNyuz — America’s Greatest Strength. RedState — Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776. URL Media — The semiquincentennial of second sight: Black America’s X-ray vision for democracy. Jewish News Syndicate — Happy unrequited birthday, America!. Conservative Review — Preserving America’s Principles in an Unprincipled World