Make It AMERICAN Pride Month: The Lost Spirit of ’76
The article reflects on the contrasting patriotic spirit surrounding the 1976 Bicentennial celebrations and the upcoming 250th anniversary in 2026. While the Bicentennial fostered unity and broad participation across political and social lines, the current atmosphere is marked by division and hesitance. The author notes a lack of the same enthusiasm from both the public and corporations as the nation prepares for its Semiquincentennial.
- ▪The 1976 Bicentennial was a nationwide celebration that united Americans across political lines.
- ▪In contrast, preparations for the 250th anniversary in 2026 are characterized by partisan anger and hesitation.
- ▪Corporate enthusiasm for the upcoming celebrations is muted compared to the vibrant participation seen in 1976.
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| Original publisher | PJ Media |
| Canonical URL | https://pjmedia.com/jamie-wilson/2026/06/01/make-it-american-pride-month-the-lost-spirit-of-76-n4953452 |
| Publication time | Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:26:00 -0400 |
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Make It AMERICAN Pride Month: The Lost Spirit of ’76 Jamie K. Wilson | 11:26 AM on June 01, 2026 AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty I remember coloring American flags in second grade. My friend Janet colored hers with green stripes, which was categorically wrong, and I told her so, but her creation was hung on the classroom wall anyway, praised by parents and teachers alike for its enthusiasm. We learned about the Founding Fathers through stories that widened our young eyes with wonder. Teachers rolled in heavy TVs almost daily to show PBS historical specials, grainy 1960s films, and catchy Schoolhouse Rock segments. We recited the Pledge of Allegiance with extra energy that year.
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