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On July 4, Americans celebrate their union
But rue divisions
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Brayden Austin, left, Gavin Colby, middle, and Brylee Roberge patiently wait with an armful of flags to be burned at Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston, Maine, Tuesday, July 3, 2018, during the Salute to the American Flag and Retirement Ceremony. - photo by Associated Press
NEW YORK — With backyard barbecues and fireworks thundering across night skies, Americans are celebrating Independence Day by participating in time-honored traditions that express pride in their country's 242nd birthday.
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