Happy Birthday, USA!

Forget all the Scooter Libby crap for one day. Instead, cross that Peachtree finish line. Feast on hotdogs and 'cue and cold beer. Ooooh and ahhh over fireworks. Wave some tiny flags. Enjoy the day with family and friends. Remember what makes this country good.

And take a couple of minutes to listen to Marvin.

Marvin Gaye: The Star Spangled Banner

Jasper Johns: Flag (1954–55)

Happy Independence Day!

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