The Atlantic·4 min read·medium
The Other Celebration of America
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Jonathan Lemire
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The 2026 World Cup has emerged as a unifying cultural force in the United States, providing a sense of national cohesion that was absent during the country's 250th-anniversary celebrations. The tournament has also improved the international perception of the U.S. through positive interactions with visiting fans.
The World Cup has provided the unity that was lacking from the official 250th celebrations.
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