America’s 250th: Pride Amid Progress | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

House Speaker Mike Johnson rallies Americans ahead of the Fourth of July, declaring the U.S. the greatest nation ever and urging pride in its 250-year legacy. He frames the semiquincentennial as a moment to celebrate the enduring power of the Declaration of Independence — its promise of equality and unalienable rights, rooted in a higher power, not government. Johnson sees the country as an ongoing experiment in self-governance, where citizens are stewards of freedom and dignity. Amid daily struggles, he calls for optimism, reminding listeners that the nation’s founding ideals still guide its…