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"Our Economy is the strongest in the world."  " . ..  Our economy is growing, but not without pain.  Liberty is under assault -- assault both here and abroad.  In recent days, there's been reason to think that this country is moving backward, that  freedom  is being reduced, that rights we assumed were protected are no longer.  A reminder that we remain in an ongoing battle for the soul of America, as we have for over 200 years.  4th of July photo courtesy of - the Internet. ADVERTISEMENT 10Fast, EZ, Healthy Smoothie Recipes ? I know it can be exhausting and unsettling.  But tonight, I want you to know we're going to get through all of this -- for all that we have faced, that we are going to get through this, and look how far we've come.    We're reclaiming our way of life in a pandemic.  Vaccines are nearly available to every American, restrictions lifted, the Fourth of July together again at the White House.    An...

When President Obama isn't wearing suits (that sometimes sag around his ankles) he likes to dress down.  Usually we see him in khakis (or dockers ), or in the male version of mom jeans . But yesterday, during the White House 4th of July celebration, we noticed something considerably different in his dress-down attire. The Commander-in-Chief was wearing a stylish, (hip, even) pair of jeans.  Different in style, different in color; new perhaps. (Then there's always the chance it could be the same pair as these ). Anyway, take a look.  We think he upped his swag with his 'new' jeans as he greeted the nearly 1,200 military personnel and their families.  The president told those in attendance, "There is no group we'd rather spend time with on this most American of holidays than you." President Obama wears new jeans at White House 4th of July cookout for military families.   The yearly cookout honoring military families hosted rapper Pitbull. ...

In case you missed the July 4th fireworks on the National Mall, here's an up close and personal view of the festivities from 1600 Penn Ave. Related President Obama Honors Military At The White House   Presidential Independence Day Remarks

USDA Offers Familiar Grilling Advice For This 4th of July The Fourth of July is nearly upon us, and many Americans will celebrate our Nation's birthday by grilling or attending cookouts. USDA is reminding consumers that following safe food handling steps are the key to making your cookout safe and healthy for your guests. "Barbecuing is a great way to celebrate Independence Day, and it's important to take a few seconds to measure your food temperature to help protect your family and friends this summer," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "Make a food thermometer your most important grilling tool." USDA has four basic steps to help you Be Food Safe and declare independence from foodborne illness any time of year: 1. Clean : First things first – start with clean surfaces and clean hands. You and your guests should wash your hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before and after handling food. Equally important are the surfaces that come in...