LaRue: America 250 Opportunity Slipping Away

Column: America 250 is a big opportunity slipping away

One year from now, the nation will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. I fear it could be a shame, even possibly a sham. Don’t get me wrong. Our founding principles of freedom, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are worth celebrating. The optimist in me still thinks most Americans will find ways to do just that. But the jingoism likely to be showcased by the current administration could cast a pall on many observance…

America at 250 is in danger of becoming just another country

With less than a year to go until the United States of America’s 250th birthday, it is worth standing back and looking with awe at those years. The U.S. did not just become the richest, strongest, and freest country on Earth. It did so while remaining a stable constitutional democracy for 2 1/2 centuries, with only one interruption. The only other republic that comes close is Switzerland. What is the U.S.’s secret? Is it the principles contained…

Next Year, America Turns 250. These Gen Zers Want to Make It a Turning Point

This open letter from Youth250, "Dear America," urges leaders to share power, elevate youth voices, and co-create what comes next.

America’s 250th birthday - is the American dream still attainable?

As Ohio prepares to celebrate America’s 250th birthday next summer, I keep thinking about what our founders would say today. They built a nation on the promise that, if you worked hard, you could build a better life for yourself and your family. But for many young people like me, that promise feels out of reach.I’m 21, finishing my finance degree, working in the private sector, and recently appointed as a voting member of Hamilton County’s Ameri…

LaRue: America 250 opportunity slipping away

One year from now, the nation will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. I fear it could be a shame, even possibly a sham.