You Vote: As the countdown to the US' 250th anniversary begins, how are you feeling about America?

July 4, 2026, will be the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This milestone in American history marks 250 years since the nation declared its independence from British rule.

Published: July 3, 2025 7:25pm

July 4, 2026, will be the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This milestone in American history marks 250 years since the nation declared its independence from British rule.

There is an America 250 website, the official website of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, with all the details of the many ways our nation will commemorate and celebrate the momentous anniversary. 

President Donald Trump and the Republican Party, which holds majorities in both the U.S. House and Senate, passed the president's "Big, Beautiful Bill" on July 3: 

As the countdown to the US' 250th anniversary begins, how are you feeling about America?

Couldn't be better. America is strong, respected and free
12% (1000 votes)
Disappointed that America is so divided politically and deep in debt
6% (554 votes)
Grateful to be living in this country under one of the greatest presidents ever
49% (4221 votes)
Embarrassed that Donald Trump is president and that the country elected him over Kamala Harris
0% (26 votes)
Happy and grateful, but still very concerned about the future of America
32% (2786 votes)
Total votes: 8587

 

 

 

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