In France the month of July once featured a double bill of celebrations: for decades following WWII, the French commemorated American Independence day (July 4) ahead of Bastille day (July 14). But the common ground in civic festivities and national identity building between the two countries doesn’t stop there.
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Two revolutions, two republics and the enduring power of national myths and civic festivities come to the fore in July as France and the US both celebrate national holidays.
Protesters against racist police violence encounter police in Washington, D.C., on May 31.
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When African Americans press ‘record’ to film police brutality, they are challenging a nation not to look away.
Sherry Brewer, a teacher at the Galloway Children’s Center, watches over children as they enjoy snacks after a pre-Fourth of July parade in Jackson, Mississippi, June 26, 2020.
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This is the first Fourth of July in which Americans must deal with the coronavirus pandemic. One of the nation’s premier infectious disease experts explains why it’s important to take special care.
