07 01 26 Political Polarization of Patriotism at America’s 250th Full Recording

Political Polarization of Patriotism and the State of Democracy at America’s 250th. The United States has seen increasing political polarization around patriotic symbols and expressions in recent years. The U.S. flag and other national symbols have become highly politicized and partisan, leaving many Americans reluctant or uncomfortable displaying them to avoid signaling a political stance. On the eve of America's 250th, CID hosted this important conversation with leading experts discussing the impact of the politization of patriotism on our democracy and how we can move forward as a nation. Panelists: Lisa Tucker, JD. - Professor of Law, Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law, Co-Chair, We Hold These Truths Ted Johnson, Ph.D. - Senior Advisor New America Alberto Ramos - Chief Executive Officer, Veterans for all Voters Steven Smith, Ph.D. - Alfred Cowles Professor of Political Science, Yale University Moderator: Mindy Romero, Ph.D., Director, Center for Inclusive Democracy CID)