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One Thing: Their Ancestors Helped Found America. Is That Something to Be Proud Of?
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- CNN 5 Things
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- Jul 3, 2026
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- 1581
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Summary
Ahead of America’s 250th birthday, CNN tracked down multiple descendants of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence to ask: do you feel like we are living up to their vision? Their answers were as complicated as the country itself. For more: Descendants in a divided America --- Guest: Catherine Shoichet, CNN Senior Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Tristen Rouse/CNN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices