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Al Jazeera·July 5, 2026 at 7:15 PM

Chris Hedges examines the 250-year history of US independence, focusing on the nation's founding ideals, inherent contradictions, and its current state. The reflection considers how these elements have shaped the American experience and the ongoing experiment of democracy in the country.

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