# Adamkus at 100: Lithuania’s Bridge to Freedom | Chicago News

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Podcast: [Chicago News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463314)
Published: 2026-07-25T10:46:53+00:00
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Lithuania’s beloved former president Valdas Adamkus, nearing his 100th birthday, remains a towering figure whose journey from Chicago to leading his nation through independence and NATO membership is nothing short of inspirational. A diplomat with EPA experience, he brought American pragmatism to a post-Soviet Lithuania, earning trust despite early doubts about his roots. His moral leadership helped heal a fractured nation, and even at 99, he’s still shaping the future—recently asking about a “Deep Tunnel” project. Adamkus isn’t just history; he’s the living bridge between Lithuanian diaspora and homeland, embodying resilience, democracy, and the enduring spirit of a nation reborn. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cd719a221150f0a3

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