America’s Birthday and the Lie of Inequality | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 2m

America turns 250, but its promise of equality has always been a work in progress—fought for through civil war, suffrage, and civil rights. Now, a new narrative pushed by billionaires frames inequality as natural or even virtuous, echoing old ideas of inherent superiority. Meanwhile, political and social divides deepen as some prioritize loyalty over justice, and leaders increasingly act in self-interest, eroding checks and balances. As the nation celebrates, it faces a critical question: Will it reclaim its founding ideals—or let hierarchy replace unity? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…