House passes bill that would rename Gulf of Mexico
If the bill passes the Senate, the body of water would become known as the Gulf of America.
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For those who see a nation in decline, I say, open your eyes and look around where you live.
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See recent postsA reminder of the glory of America
Immigration was once a very important national issue. It should be again - if only to remind us how great this place is.
Report: Alabama ranks near-bottom in patriotism
The study ranked each state according to 13 factors including number of military enlistees, voter turnout and volunteerism.
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Compelled patriotism is best left in the past.
Report: Alabama ranks near bottom on levels of patriotism
The analysis places Alabama at No. 43, below bordering states Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi.
Monday is Flag Day
Flag Day was instituted on June 14, 1877, when the nation celebrated the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the Stars and Stripes.
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See recent postsSolving Alabama’s unemployment crisis is a matter of patriotism
Patriotism is at the top of my mind these days as we prepare for this weekend’s Fourth of July celebrations. I feel a great sense of pride in our nation, even though I often disagree with political leaders at various levels of government. You can love your country and love many things about your country … Continued
Today is the Fourth of July
Today is Independence Day. The Fourth of July is a time for barbecue, family get-togethers, fireworks, patriotic music, parades, Gulf of Mexico beaches, fishing, and making family memories. The first Fourth of July was very different. Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence in June 1776. John Adams and Ben Franklin and other members of … Continued
Alabama is the 19th most patriotic state
A new analysis by Wallethub determined that Alabama is the 19th most patriotic state in the nation, according to the author’s metrics. To determine where Americans have the most red, white and blue pride, WalletHub compared the 50 states across 13 key indicators of patriotism. The data set ranges from an average number of military … Continued