# Veterans Reclaim Patriotism Amid Decline | Wichita News

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Podcast: [Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wichita-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564254)
Published: 2026-07-05T02:34:21+00:00
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A new poll reveals a historic dip in U.S. national pride, with just 33% of adults calling themselves “extremely proud” to be American — the lowest since tracking began in 2001. But in Wichita, Kansas, veterans at VFW Post 3115 offer a powerful counterpoint: true patriotism lies not in nostalgia, but in the enduring power of the American people to change their own destiny. Through shared sacrifice, camaraderie, and the constitutional right to shape their future, these veterans — including 27-year Air Force vet Clint Bradfield and Army veteran Post Commander Robert Goodale — remind us that patriotism is lived through community, resilience, and faith in democracy. Even as divisions grow, they believe America will rise again — and celebrate that belief with full-throated Fourth of July festivities. 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/8322d11b13eafa57

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