America 250: Explore Vox’s coverage of US history, national identity, politics, and the biggest questions shaping the country’s future.

As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, the Census Bureau offers a vivid way to trace the country’s growth, movement and change from the earliest days of the republic.

As the nation turns\u00a0250 years old, USA TODAY decided to create a time capsule, not of items but of\u00a0dreams\u00a0Americans hold for\u00a0the\u00a0country’s future.

Fewer than half of Americans plan to fly the national flag at home this Fourth of July, reflecting a divided enthusiasm for the upcoming historic milestone

America has come to a landmark moment of pride and patriotism — and a time of division and doubt. As the country turns 250 on Saturday, Americans are stepping out for celebrations…

The Atlantic’s editor in chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, on America’s 250th anniversary and the American idea today. Plus: what we can learn from American history on this Fourth of July…

This proud and boisterous occasion is undeniably tinged with both division and doubt

As America approaches its 250th birthday, the celebration is overshadowed by Donald Trump's pervasive presence, from proposed currency appearances to a controversial arch at…

President's 'Salute to America' aims to stir patriotism but comes at a time of economic anxiety for many citizens

With the country's landmark Semiquincentennial anniversary approaching, polls show that many Americans are harboring negative feelings about the state of the U.S.––and its future.

As the country turns 250, many Americans aren’t in the mood to party.

America 250: Explore Vox’s coverage of US history, national identity, politics, and the biggest questions shaping the country’s future.

Negative news from the US often skips over the good

US turns 250 amid division and hope

The country’s extraordinary history suggests it still holds the unique capacity to anchor the democratic world and recommit itself to responsible global leadership.

This year, the United States is marking 250 years of independence with celebrations across the country. An historic occasion that US President Donald Trump intends to turn into…

America 250 has become another front in the culture war, exposing a fundamental divide over patriotism and American exceptionalism...