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Voices of Patriotism: Jenny Craig

As a female business owner, Jenny Craig knows she has more opportunity here than she might in other countries.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Katy Cartlidge

Student activist, 18

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Voices of Patriotism: Bernie Ehrlich

Veteran and former Truman speechwriter, 91.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Charlotte Latham

Teacher, 58.

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Voices of Patriotism: Richard Kersey

Rancher, 77.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Lee Whitehurst

Fire chief, 54.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Ricardo Graziano

Ballet dancer, 31.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Barbara Schwartz

Former protester and Nixon staffer, 68.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: April Glasco

Community agency CEO, 55.

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  • June 26, 2018
Voices of Patriotism: Darci and Hunter Jacobs

In 2015, Darci Jacobs, a 25-year Sarasota resident, opened the retail store Panache on Main Street. Her son, Hunter, is a graduate of the Sarasota Military Academy. Their experiences with military academies has shaped the way they view patriotism and what

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Is there anything more American than a red, white and blue Corvette?
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  • June 26, 2018
Why is America great? Here are 10 reasons

Sometimes, it's hard to explain America. Here are some hints.

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  • June 26, 2018
Think you know about America? Let's see

Patriotic trivia isn't always as simple as it seems.

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  • June 26, 2018
Setting up to Go Fourth is no easy task

Preparation for Independence Day activities can take weeks and months.

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  • June 26, 2018
What does it mean to be an American?

We asked third- and fourth-graders at Sarasota's Ashton Elementary School

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  • June 26, 2018
Fourth of July Calendar 2018

Spirit of America calendar with complete Fourth of July events in Sarasota, Manatee counties, including local fireworks shows.

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