The real anniversary
On July 4, 2026, the U.S. will celebrate its 250th birthday. That’s the date in 1776, when leaders of the 13 original colonies signed a Declaration of Independence, announcing their intention to free themselves from British rule and establish a new nation. The document remains inspiring, especially its second paragraph which begins:
We hold these truths to be self-evident, tha...
The strongest version of this narrative is its historical parallel between King George III and Donald Trump, framing both as leaders whose personal pathologies—mental instability and narcissism—drove their nations into destructive conflicts. The article effectively highlights the gap between America’s founding ideals and its historical realities, from slavery to imperial wars, reinforcing the idea that governance often deviates from democratic principles. It also acknowledges the role of systemi...