America's 250th anniversary and World Cup success are sparking renewed expressions of patriotism across the country, from automakers to musicians to political figures. The national moment is also generating debate about what patriotism means and how different groups define love of country.
·America's 250th anniversary celebrations feature patriotic tributes and cultural events nationwide
·World Cup performances are giving Americans cultural permission to express patriotic sentiment
·Automakers are leveraging the anniversary and sports moments to market patriotic themes
·Political and cultural figures debate the definition and expression of patriotism in America
·Some argue college-educated Americans have unlearned how to express patriotism authentically
drawn from The Atlantic, USA Today, The Washington Post, The New York Times · updated 36m ago