Politics

How to Be Patriotic in the Era of Trump

WAY FORWARD

In the first Independence Day of the Trump era, we must define patriotism beyond the presidency. A system of checks and balances–designed to resist demagogues–deserves celebration.

John Avlon
John Avlon
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John Avlon

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