America's Founding Spirit vs. 2026 Reality: A Nation Transformed
July 2, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Crescent-News

Cal Thomas examines the stark contrasts between America's founding principles in 1776 and the nation we've become 250 years later. The comparison reveals how far we've drifted from the limited government, individual liberty, and self-reliance that animated our founders' vision. Thomas highlights the explosive growth of federal bureaucracy, regulatory overreach, and dependency on government programs - a far cry from the revolutionary spirit that rejected centralized power. Read more about this...