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Philadelphia InquirerFriday, 3 July 2026
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‘Pomp and parade’ mark historic event, as Adams may have liked
He thought the adoption of the resolution for independence should be celebrated — not its signing two days later.
Nick Vadala and Stephanie Farr and Dana Munro
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Last legal hurdle removed in fight over President’s House
A federal appeals court cleared the way for the Trump administration to install its proposed panels at an exhibit about slavery.
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AP digs into Iran school bombing
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Members of Congress gather for meeting at Independence Hall
The bipartisan event was a rare ceremonial congressional event outside of Washington.
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