Trump Ruined the Fourth of July for Me

Ms. Givhan is a contributing Opinion writer. She wrote from Washington.

When it comes to patriotism, Americans have never been a subtle lot. We love big flags, giant barbecues and a God-and-country-themed diorama, beer cozy or pet costume. We cheer fighter jets trailing red, white and blue smoke. We love a marching band. Every year, all over this country on July 4, we turn gorging on hot dogs into a form of competitive love for our country as we salute our nation’s independence from a king.

It used to be that the holiday brought out dad jeans and cropped tops and everyone looked........

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