For the first time that I can remember, it has been harder to find good reasons today to celebrate America during the 4th of July season. I've learned about American history for a good portion of my life, but more so since I've gone to college. After what I have learned so far, I think this is a truly incredible country. It was founded on principles that were ahead of their times, and it was these principles that allowed America to grow and become a leader.
0:00 Intro/difficult to celebrate America in these times
5:22 What about America's birth made it special, and how Americans used the system to end their oppression
16:21 What has separated America from the world
27:47 America in the context of the world and its global leadership

References: W.E.B. DuBois "On Our Spiritual Strivings"
Lysander Spooner "Unconstitutionality of Slavery
Prince Hall: Petition to the Massachusetts State Legislature

Disclaimer: I did cut this podcast in half. The ladder half of the podcast was where I discussed what is hurting America right now. I got passionate to a degree I admit. I would really like to push unity, so I found it more appropriate to focus on the greatness of America. If you would like to hear my thoughts on what I think is hurting America, then please feel free to reach out to me.

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