I know why trump co-opted the entire 250th celebration so that no one but his fans can play

[senseandsensibility]

It's because if there WAS a truly nonpartisan, educational and classy celebration that let everyone learn and celebrate our country, we would realize what we could be. We would celebrate our diversity, our achievements, and our strengths, yes. But we would learn about what we can do better as well.

We would learn about the importance of civic engagement and how we have always been a country that is imperfect. We would learn about how we can build on those improvements. We would be energized and motivated by the good works that have come before us.

But that's not what the right wants. So, our country is reduced to a partisan, tacky, poorly attended "celebration" that very few want to join. No great music. No great oratory. No joy.

Thanks, donald. You messed this up too. Another notch in your belt, I guess.

[wcmagumba]

1. No doubt they'll try to boost the TV appeal by bringing in out of uniform military and forced attendance for fed workers

This is my expectation anyway...

[senseandsensibility]

2. Current chyron on MSNOW: Trump kicks off America 250 Celebration with Focus on Him

That about says it all. You're right about him using the military, but that didn't work too well when he tried it before. The fact is, no one normal who has a choice wants anything to do with this and that's sad for our country, don't you think?

[mahina]

3. Itʻll happen, just not there.

States, cities and counties can and I hope, will.

I agree completely with your point, but he did this too. Focus attention away from unity and bonus on himself- surprise.

[senseandsensibility]

4. Let's hope so

but I see little indication of that around here, I'm afraid.

[Timewas]

5. Well

The country that supposedly made it to 250 really doesn't exist any more, it ceased to exist a couple of years ago
No celebration for me