America 250: Patriotism, History and the Battle Over Americaβs Story
The 250th anniversary of America is approaching. The rivalry between President Trump’s Freedom 250 group and the bipartisan non-profit America250 over celebrations signals a fray in the country’s unity and belief in founding ideals. The Atlantic’s Deputy Executive Editor, Yoni Appelbaum, joins the show to discuss the telling of the American story in the midst of division over a common narrative.