America Turns 250, and Confidence in Democracy Is Shaky
Ted Johnson and M.J. Rymsza-Pawlowska discuss modern American patriotism, past anniversaries, and how this 250th anniversary can spur change.
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The Us@250 Experience: Building a 麻豆果冻传媒n Future
Scholars, artists, and activists explore renewing American democracy through local storytelling and curiosity.
Us@250 Dispatch: Chicago, Illinois
Humor creates space for both praise and critique – and sometimes it helps us figure things out along the way.
Us@250 Dispatch: Denver, Colorado
A live storytelling event in the Mountain West puts the themes of pride, reckoning, and aspiration on stage.
In Katrina鈥檚 America, the Storm Still Echoes 20 Years Later
Us@250 Fellow Calvin Krippner reflects on Katrina鈥檚 legacy鈥攈ow the storm exposed systemic racism, government failure, and lasting distrust.
Shaping the Story of America: Us@250 Fellow Caroline Klibanoff on Civic Season and the Future of Democracy
This July 4th, Us@250鈥檚 Caroline Klibanoff talks Civic Season, modern patriotism, and the power of stories in shaping our nation鈥檚 future.
Exploring Dandyism and Black Expression: A Roundtable Discussion
From classrooms to red carpets, our Met Gala roundtable dives into Black dandyism as history, resistance, and living curriculum.
A New Era for Captain America: Navigating Patriotism and Identity in a 鈥淏rave New World鈥
Marvel鈥檚 latest had a lucrative opening weekend. Ted Johnson and Joe Wilkes discuss its success in navigating today鈥檚 political landscape.
Uniting Local Voices for a Stronger America: Chicago鈥檚 Contribution to the Us@250 Movement
The Chicago Us@250 series reflects on 250 years of America, amplifying local voices to shape a more inclusive, equitable future together.
How a President Should Be: Authenticity as Democracy鈥檚 Lifeline
Alexis Coe’s tour reveals voters now prioritize authenticity over idealism in presidential candidates, redefining leadership.