# USA at 250 - birthday or funeral? - small L liberals

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Podcast: [Ed the Sock (and Friends)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/signature-podcasts-89112)
Published: 2026-07-03T22:28:56+00:00
Episode link: https://fupolitics.podbean.com/e/usa-at-250-birthday-or-funeral-small-l-liberals/
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## Resource

As Americans notch their country's 250th birthday, is there much for them to celebrate? Whereas in Canada, our 159th birthday rides a wave of Canadian pride. Plus Stephen and Steven discuss CUSMA, the Gordie Howe Bridge (to nowhere, thanks to Trump) and other issues in the news

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