A new museum in Washington, D.C., backed by the Trump administration, is billed as a “patriotic” counterpoint to the Smithsonian’s perceived “woke” exhibits. Critics, however, liken it to a year-round Fourth of July display rather than a thoughtful exploration of American heritage.

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, patriotic songs fill the skies alongside fireworks. This article explores how familiar melodies—and their deeper stories—reflect both national pride and a shared sense of faith.

A set of World Cup videos posted by visiting fans is shedding new light on the everyday moments that define America’s character. This opinion piece, penned by Mary McNamara, spotlights how outsiders can sometimes see and share what locals might overlook.

Once celebrated for offering refuge to the oppressed, the United States now faces criticism for embracing what one editorial calls “fascism” and “sadism,” particularly in Minneapolis. This shift, attributed to changes that took hold around 2025, raises concerns about the nation’s core values and future direction.

In a brief but urgent letter to the Fargo Forum, John A. Jorgensen asks his fellow citizens to rethink what it means to live “in the land of the free.” Disillusioned with both major parties and nostalgic for a time when they still conversed civilly, he issues a simple call: save our democracy.