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FCC marks America’s 250th anniversary with call for more patriotic content : NPR

FCC marks America’s 250th anniversary with call for more patriotic content : NPR

The seal of the Federal Communications Commission hangs between two American flags; the FCC is urging broadcasters to air more “patriotic” content in the run-up to the country’s 250th celebrations this summer. Mark Wilson/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mark Wilson/Getty Images The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is urging broadcasters to air more “patriotic, pro-America” content in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In a statement issued on Friday, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr described the “Pledge America Campaign” as a way for broadcasters to align themselves with the Salute to America 250 Task Force, the group created by President Trump to oversee the 250th anniversary celebrations at the federal level. Carr said the country’s broadcasters should use their national reach and ability to inform and entertain audiences by upping programming that “celebrates the American journey and inspires its citizens by highlighting the historic accomplishments of this great nation from our founding through the Trump Administration today.” Bemoaning the decline of civics education across the country, Carr cited the …

US Olympian Haley Winn’s three brothers go viral for matching patriotic outfits

US Olympian Haley Winn’s three brothers go viral for matching patriotic outfits

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more While many people may tune into the Winter Olympics to watch their favorite athletes or cheer on their home country, three people currently gaining attention were in the stands. Women’s ice hockey player Haley Winn has her own cheering section consisting of her three brothers — Tommy, Ryan and Casey — who deck themselves out in the most patriotic outfits they can come up with, from bald eagle masks to mullets. Throughout Haley’s 2026 Olympic run, her brothers have been seen wearing matching American flag tracksuits and bucket hats as Team USA earned a 5-0 preliminary win against Switzerland, during which their sister scored her first goal. They then wore paperboy outfits as the U.S. won 5-0 against Canada, and Haley assisted with the …

Boris Johnson savages Keir Starmer over Union flags – ‘not patriotic’ | Politics | News

Boris Johnson savages Keir Starmer over Union flags – ‘not patriotic’ | Politics | News

Boris Johnson has slammed the Prime Minister over his reaction to people putting up English flags and Union Jacks. He took to Twitter to say that Keir Starmer’s Labour party “doesn’t share their patriotism”. The former PM wrote in the Daily Mail about his appreciation for those raising flags, saying he has “nothing against these impromptu displays of national feeling”. Flags started to be put up in public spaces over the summer, hanging them from street lamps and sign posts. Though those putting them up say they are simply a symbol of patriotism, others believe they are fearmongering tools of the far-right, used to stir up anti-immigration sentiments and other tensions. Starmer said to The Guardian in September that St George’s flag “represents our diverse country” and that he would not tolerate people being “intimidated on our streets because of their background or the colour of their skin”. He also told BBC Radio 5 Live: “I’m very encouraging of flags. I think they’re patriotic and I think they’re a great symbol of our nation. “I …