The declaration’s lesson: Credibility matters. Arkansas leaders should take notice.

By: Andrew DeMillo

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: June 28, 2026

Words: 570

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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There’s no shortage of events occurring around Arkansas in the coming days to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing.

One line in the nation’s founding document deserves particularly special attention amidst the fireworks, parades and other July 4 commemorations.

“Let facts be submitted to a candid world,” the declaration states before outlining the litany of offenses by the king that prompted the colonies to seek independence.

It’s an easily overlooked …

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