The 250th anniversary of Independence Day is a once-in-a-lifetime event to celebrate our history and to ponder what the next 250 years will bring. Pride In The 4th is calling on Americans of all backgrounds to show up at their local Independence Day celebrations and reclaim the US flag as a symbol that belongs to everyone. We encourage people to attend their local July 4th events while wearing or waving their flag of identity or heritage alongside Old Glory.

“America is a vast, beautiful and diverse nation. We are inviting people from all walks of life to embrace and celebrate that heritage on this solemn and historic occasion,” remarked Brian McConnell, creator and organizer of this movement.

Pride In The 4th is a non-partisan call to action to reclaim the US flag as something that represents all Americans. Whether you live in a small town or large city, this is an action you can take to affirm your love for America, while also expressing pride in your identity and heritage. Mr. McConnell will deliver a keynote speech, “Pride In America”, that will be livestreamed on the afternoon of July 4th (details to be shared at www.prideinthe4th.com).

“The United States flag does not belong to one party or group, it represents all of us. America was built by immigrants and all of us can trace our heritage to immigrant roots. That diversity is what unites us and makes us a great nation and this is an opportunity to celebrate and reflect upon that,” added McConnell.