Liberty's Bittersweet Birthday The 250th anniversary of American independence was marked by celebrations spanning continents and inspiring awe in many.
Yet, amidst the patriotic fervor, it's impossible to ignore the discordant notes that have always accompanied this nation's progress.
The juxtaposition of French fighter jets soaring above New York City with trails of red, white, and blue paint, while white nationalists paraded through Washington D. C.