What Are We Really Celebrating?
On the 249th anniversary of “No kings,” I’m pressing pause on fireworks — and telling the truth about who freedom was built for.
It’s the 4th of July
I have fond memories of celebrating the 4th of July. I love this idea of freedom that our country was founded on. Some of my favorite memories are with family and a glorious fireworks display that created oohs and aahs. But, as I got older, and I learned the more nuanced pieces of our nation’s history, I often wonder, “Who was that f…
