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C.S. Lewis on Why We Need Patriotism

U.S. adults are less likely than ever to say they're proud “to be an American.”

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Aaron Earls
Jul 02, 2025
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Breaking the heart of Lee Greenwood, U.S. adults are less likely than ever to say they’re “proud to be an American.” According to Gallup, 58% of Americans say they are “extremely” (41%) or “very” (17%) proud of their citizenry.

2025 marks the first year fewer than 3 in 5 Americans felt such pride. Many would conclude this …

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