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The enduring promise of America

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June 30, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Glittering Generalities

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Washington Examiner

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· Jul 7, 2026

Video: 250 years of America, in nine minutes

Last weekend, we celebrated 250 years of America, joyously commemorating our miraculous and inspired founding. Much has transpired since the signatories of the Declaration of Independence pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to create a new nation rooted in a grand and unprecedented experiment. Their courageous risk birthed the most successful country in the history []

Vision Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

America The Faithful – 250 Years of ‘One Nation, Under God’

On the occasion of our national holidays, we are often called to remember what America stands for, and to honor those who made great sacrifices for the liberties that we enjoy today. As this year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we will celebrate our independence, remember our founding []

American Thinker

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· Jul 4, 2026

America at 250: Will our Founding Ideals Survive?

Photo Credit: John TrumballBy Scott S. PowellInasmuch as the Founding Fathers and Lincoln were all willing to give their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to establish and save the nation, how should Americans now think about their obligations?

PragerU

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· Jun 30, 2026

Many nations have shaped history, but America remains a beacon of freedom, resilience, & opportunity

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ArcaMax

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· Jul 1, 2026

Commentary: This July 4, at 250 years, let us rededicate ourselves to protecting our elections

America has much to celebrate this July 4, but also much to do. Even after 250 years, the task of conserving the Republic given to us by our Founding Fathers is a never-ending struggle. Fortunately, we have a wellspring of wisdom from those ...

National Review

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· Jul 4, 2026

Celebrate American Vastness, in All Its Glory

Ours is a nation of whirling colors and flashing fireworks.

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Related coverage for "The enduring promise of America": Washington Examiner — Video: 250 years of America, in nine minutes. Vision Times — America The Faithful – 250 Years of ‘One Nation, Under God’. American Thinker — America at 250: Will our Founding Ideals Survive? . PragerU — Many nations have shaped history, but America remains a beacon of freedom, resilience, & opportunity. ArcaMax — Commentary: This July 4, at 250 years, let us rededicate ourselves to protecting our elections. National Review — Celebrate American Vastness, in All Its Glory