Healing America Means Rethinking Patriotism

On the 250th Anniversary, a Call for Patriotic Sacrifice Over Nationalist Symbolism

A critical opinion piece arguing that true patriotism on America's 250th anniversary means progressive taxation, fair wages, and collective

Democracy is for lovers: A new civics column on engaging with American democracy

A patriotic but critical reflection on the state of American democracy as the nation approaches its 250th birthday. The author expresses fru

At 250, America needs honest fidelity, not flattery, to fulfill its unfinished promise

A reflective opinion piece marking America's 250th anniversary that argues the nation needs honest fidelity—loyalty to its founding principl

Independence Day Belongs to Communities, Not to Any Single Leader

A personal essay reflecting on over 50 years of celebrating the Fourth of July as an immigrant and citizen. The author argues that Independe

Independence Day Belongs to Communities, Not to Any Single Leader

A personal essay reflecting on over 50 years of celebrating the Fourth of July as an immigrant and citizen. The author argues that Independe

White nationalist Patriot Front gang chants ‘reclaim America’ as members march through DC on Fourth of July

Alexis Bittar's 'Reclaim the Flag' Doc Explores LGBTQ Community's Relationship with the American Flag

Alexis Bittar, a celebrity jewelry designer, makes his directorial debut with "Reclaim the Flag," a documentary exploring the LGBTQ communit