As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division

While discord exists over the meaning of the 250th anniversary, Americans strongly believe there is more that unites the country than divides it.

By: Tatishe Nteta, UMass Amherst and Adam Eichen, UMass Amherst, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: July 14, 2026

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Last Updated: 1 week ago

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By Tatishe Nteta, UMass Amherst and Adam Eichen, UMass Amherst

The Trump administration has planned a series of commemorative events as part of its Freedom 250 initiative to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. These commemorations, according to Chief of Protocol Monica Crowley, were intended to “bring the country back together” through a renewed sense of patriotism, national unity and civic pride.

The Great American State Fair – a 16-day event on the National Mall …

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