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Liberty Unfulfilled: Trump's Threats Fuel National Discontent

7/7/2025

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The promise of liberty, once championed by Frederick Douglass in 1852, remains unfulfilled for many. Fast forward to 2025, President Trump's threat to birthright citizenship echoes a troubling national sentiment. With only 31% of Americans believing the country is on the right path, pride has plummeted, particularly among the disillusioned Gen Z.

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The promise of liberty, once championed by Frederick Douglass in 1852, remains unfulfilled for many. Fast forward to 2025, President Trump's threat to birthright citizenship echoes a troubling national sentiment. With only 31% of Americans believing the country is on the right path, pride has plummeted, particularly among the disillusioned Gen Z.