U.S. Celebrates 249th Independence Day, ND Senators Send Messages of Gratitude
UNITED STATES, JUL 3 – A Gallup poll shows a record low 58% of Americans are proud of their country as Independence Day marks 249 years of U.S. history and patriotic reflection.
- On July 4, 2025, the United States marked the 249th anniversary of adopting the Declaration of Independence with nationwide celebrations and community events.
- This event commemorates thirteen colonies declaring independence from Great Britain to establish a nation founded on liberty, equality, and justice amid a history of contradictions.
- Local festivities included Old Glory Day in Chardon Square, featuring a children’s parade, free ice cream, live music, veterans’ participation, and a new Community Apple Pie Contest won by Megan Light.
- Gallup polls showed 75% of Baby Boomers, 58% of Millennials, and 41% of Gen Zers expressed pride in America, reflecting generational differences in national sentiment.
- Speakers emphasized the need to renew understanding of American ideals, teach historical truths, and honor the Declaration as a foundation for ongoing progress in democracy and freedom.
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Residents, businesses and groups came out in patriotic style to celebrate the nation’s 249th birthday with a parade and picnic in the park on Friday, July 4, 2025. (Photo courtesy North Wales Borough and NWCPA) Residents, businesses and groups came out in patriotic style to celebrate the nation’s 249th birthday with a parade and picnic in the park on Friday, July 4, 2025. (Photo courtesy North Wales Borough and NWCPA) Residents, businesses and g…


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As we celebrate America’s 249th birthday this long weekend, we remember what group keeps us the greatest nation in the world: our veterans. The men and women of the United States Armed Forces are the best, brightest and most courageous and compassionate fighting force for good on Earth. All citizens throughout the world are born with the same inalienable rights and freedoms as those who are American citizens. But it’s only because of those who s…
Bands, Flags, Fireworks: Washington Celebrates America’s 249th Birthday - The Thinking Conservative
All of America celebrated Independence Day on July 4, but the nation’s capital captured the spotlight with its annual parade on Constitution Avenue. The post Bands, Flags, Fireworks: Washington Celebrates America’s 249th Birthday appeared first on The Thinking Conservative.
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