This Fourth of July, patriotism includes honoring our immigrant neighbors

By: Dustin Pugel

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: July 3, 2026

Words: 682

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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The 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence is a time to consider what it means to be patriotic. Immigration has always been part of our country’s history, and that history is filled with moving stories about why immigrants chose to move to this country.

Like many Kentuckians living in an increasingly diverse state these days, I have immigrants who are neighbors, members of my church and friends of my kids. While immigration is a heated …

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