America, You Don’t Deserve No Damn Birthday Party

Independence Day traditionally symbolizes the birth of American ideals — freedom, democracy, and equality. Yet, recent events suggest that America might not be living up to those ideals, and perhaps, doesn’t deserve the grand celebration this year.

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America, You Don’t Deserve No Damn Birthday Party

As we approach another Fourth of July, it’s worth pausing to reflect on what exactly we’re celebrating. Independence Day traditionally symbolizes the birth of American ideals — freedom, democracy, and equality.

Yet, recent events suggest that America might not be living up to those ideals, and perhaps, doesn’t deserve the grand celebration this year.

Book Bans: The Erosion of Intellectual Freedom

Across the country, school boards and state legislatures are increasingly banning books that tackle crucial issues like race, gender, and sexuality.

These bans are not just about controlling what children read; they’re about controlling the narrative of our nation’s history and present.