- The Washington Times - Friday, July 3, 2026

America’s 250th year kicks off and my, what a republic we are. As presidential historian and best-selling author Craig Shirley says the nation has experienced its fair share of challenges, but 250 years into its founding and it’s still the best the world has to offer.

American Exceptionalism is alive and well — albeit a growing problem with open socialism and expanding influence of the Democratic Socialists of America.

For more with Craig Shirley, tune in.



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