"Being an American entails a deep respect and understanding of our history" .<p>I wonder. I assume there are many Americans who don't have a deep understanding or respect of US history. They are still Americans aren't they? There are Americans who carry Tiki-torches and chant "Jews will not replace us". There are Americans who think it is ok to try to overturn elections by violence, like we saw on January 6th. There are Americans who think Putin the dictator is a great leader.<p>I love America and Americans, but come on let's get real. We are not angels. Just people, the same they have in other countries.<p>Remember "We the People ...". It didn't say "We the American people". It just said "We the People". So, I think ALL the people of the world should celebrate July 4th as a great victory for democracy. Happy 4th!