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Would the Founding Fathers Be Proud of America Today? A Look Back at the Declaration of Independence and Its Legacy

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Ridgewood NJ, as Americans  celebrate Independence Day, many are reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals—and whether the United States today truly lives up to them. According to a recent Rasmussen Reports national survey, only 36% of American adults believe that the Founding Fathers would consider the United States a success if they returned today. In contrast, 41% think the Founders would see modern America as a failure, with the rest unsure.

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Happy 4th of July Weekend! Celebrate Safely in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, as we gear up to celebrate Independence Day, the Ridgewood Police Department reminds everyone to enjoy the festivities safely and legally. While New Jersey legalized certain fireworks in 2017, many people still mistakenly believe all fireworks are now legal — they’re not.

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