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Neo-fascist group Patriot Front parades Confederate flag in Washington DC on Fourth of July

Posted on July 5, 2026 by Daniel Little

The extremest white suprematist far right “Patriot Front” blots 4th of July events in Washington DC … Neo-fascist group Patriot Front parades Confederate flag in Washington DC on Fourth of July https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/04/neo-fascist-patriot-front-washington-dc

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Ezra Klein’s extensive interview with Bryan Stevenson, Director of the Equal Justice Initiative

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Daniel Little

Here is a brilliant discussion by Brian Stevenson of how America should move forward in confronting its history of slavery and racism with honesty and compassion … it is brilliant and worth watching on the 4th of July … https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/03/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-bryan-stevenson.html?unlocked_article_code=1.vFA.Envf.Jx7Y4wxqCJNm&smid=url-share

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The State of America (Gary Krenz)

Posted on July 4, 2026 by gdkrenz

Photo of Lincoln’s First Inauguration Well, here we are. We are sad, we are afraid, we are determined, we are hopeful, and we do not know what the future holds. But, here we are, and we have good reasons to … Continue reading →

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Dan: On the Fourth of July

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Daniel Little

A few thoughts about why the shame and outrage created by the Trump administration does not mean that we should not celebrate the 4th of July or the 250th anniversary of the United States in our own ways … https://undsoc.org/2026/07/04/on-the-fourth-of-july/

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A July 4 Anthology

Posted on July 3, 2026 by gdkrenz

In her concurring opinion in Trump v. Barbara, Justice Jackson references Frederick Douglass: After the Civil War, Fredrick Douglass frequently reflected on the events of the time through the lens of biblical stories. In one speech, Douglass described how God leveled … Continue reading →

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Two visions of citizenship

Posted on July 2, 2026 by gdkrenz

As you know, the Supreme Court has rejected Trump’s Executive Order seeking to end birthright citizenship. This is the good news. The bad news is that the decision was basically 5-1-3, or more accurately, from the standpoint of the basic constitutional principle, … Continue reading →

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Young Republican Activists Are Turning Against Trump

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Daniel Little

Here is a well documented snapshot of how far-right young conservative men are thinking — Christian nationalism, ethno-racism, and deep misogyny. The author focuses on Young Republican chapters and Turning Point organizations on college campuses. Nick Fuentes is deeply admired, … Continue reading →

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Revolution and Counterrevolution

Posted on July 1, 2026 by gdkrenz

We are, of course, about to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the Revolution of 1776. I say “commemorate” rather than “celebrate” because it is not clear what sort of celebration could be called for at … Continue reading →

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Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission takes aim at church-state separation

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Daniel Little

Surely this is a defining principle of our democracy … religious freedom and the strict separation of state and religion are fundamental components of our freedom as equal human beings. How dare these mullahs of Christian nationalism seek to impose … Continue reading →

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Trump may have damaged Reflecting Pool by having motorcade drive over it

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Daniel Little

After all the hysterical charges against “saboteurs” and rogue bicycle riders and 300-foot long sharp knives, a much more credible theory emerges on the ruined reflecting pool. You guessed it — Trump’s irresistible ego and his desire for a photo … Continue reading →

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