Stories of America: How the Declaration of Independence Continues to Shape the Nation’s Soul

Each Fourth of July, Americans gather beneath a canopy of fireworks, celebrating a freedom that’s as visually brilliant as it is deeply rooted in our national story. At the heart of that celebration lies a document penned nearly 250 years ago—words so familiar and revered that they resonate far beyond history books and classrooms. The Declaration of Independence is not just a cornerstone of American political identity; for many, it holds a near-sacred status, its phrases etched into the national consciousness alongside scripture. Its most quoted lines—“We hold these truths to be self-evident…”—continue to stir hearts across generations, serving as a moral compass and a rallying cry for justice and equality.

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