With just five months until America's 250th birthday, red states across the nation are leading massive patriotic celebrations while Democrat-controlled states appear lukewarm about honoring our founding fathers and the greatest experiment in human freedom ever conceived.
The semiquincentennial celebration on July 4, 2026, promises to be the biggest patriotic party in American history – but don't expect equal enthusiasm from coast to coast. States like Texas, Florida, and South Carolina are planning elaborate multi-day festivals, historical reenactments, and educational programs that actually celebrate America's exceptional heritage instead of apologizing for it.
"This is not just about a big fireworks show on July 4, 2026," said America250 chairwoman Rosie Rios, who heads the congressional entity created to mark this historic milestone. But while she talks a big game, the reality on the ground tells a different story about which states are actually stepping up.
Patriots vs. Progressives
Texas is rolling out the red, white, and blue carpet with a year-long celebration featuring everything from Founding Fathers festivals to constitutional education programs in schools. Florida, under strong conservative leadership, is planning historic battlefield tours and liberty-themed events that actually honor our revolutionary heroes instead of canceling them.
Meanwhile, states like California and New York seem more focused on diversity initiatives and climate change messaging than celebrating the bold patriots who risked everything for our freedom. Is anyone surprised?
This divide perfectly captures the battle for America's soul happening right now. While patriotic Americans want to celebrate the vision of Washington, Jefferson, and Adams, the radical left continues their relentless assault on our founding principles.
"We're witnessing which states still believe America is worth celebrating versus those that think our founding was fundamentally flawed," one Texas celebration organizer told local media.
As President Trump leads America into a new golden age, these America 250 celebrations will serve as a powerful reminder of what makes our nation exceptional. The question is: will your state celebrate our founding fathers as heroes, or will they bow to the woke mob that wants to erase our history?