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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 days ago

photographers anna fox and karen knorr exhibit 'slice of american life' in arles, france

The photographs in U.S. Route 1 resist nostalgia, focusing instead on the contradictions and tensions of contemporary American life during a politically fractured era.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

As an American in Scotland, I know we need many things but Donald Trump isn't one of them | Krystal Evans

My moments of relief before remembering Trump as president are fleeting, and his visit to Scotland only amplifies my frustration with the presence of annoying, unhinged, rich Americans.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What the culture war over Superman gets wrong | Noel Ransome

Superman represents American identity, highlighting themes of immigration and kindness amid contemporary cultural debates.
#superman
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

30 Minutes On: "Nashville" | MZS | Roger Ebert

Nashville portrays America's cultural divide on the Bicentennial's eve, echoing issues that still resonate fifty years later.
#politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

I left behind an authoritarian state to move to the US. Now I see my new home falling to the same dark forces | Mona Eltahawy

Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I left behind an authoritarian state to move to the US. Now I see my new home falling to the same dark forces | Mona Eltahawy

There is a growing parallel between American politics and Egyptian authoritarianism, as observed by an Egyptian-American transitioning from Cairo to New York.
LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Francisco celebrates the 4th of July with joy and hesitation

Parade attendees celebrated diversity and the American promise amid pride and concerns about the nation's current state.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

The songs that define America

Independence Day evokes varied meanings for individuals, encapsulating personal beliefs and interpretations that reflect broader cultural narratives surrounding American identity.
Arts
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How Apple Pie's Complex Roots Make It An Iconic American Dessert - Tasting Table

Apple pie is not originally American; its elements were imported from various cultures, making it a symbol of cultural blending in the U.S.
#immigration
Right-wing politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How America Became Afraid of the Other

The U.S. has a complex and contradictory history with immigrants, often embracing them while simultaneously fostering anti-immigrant sentiments.
Right-wing politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How America Became Afraid of the Other

The U.S. has a complex and contradictory history with immigrants, often embracing them while simultaneously fostering anti-immigrant sentiments.
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Who Gets to Be an American?

Chinese Americans celebrated Independence Day in 1895, yet faced systemic racism and exclusion, highlighting the complexities of identity and patriotism in a hostile environment.
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

First look: This immersive 6-acre art installation in Manhattan explores liberty and equality

The Path of Liberty exhibition explores American identity through diverse voices, focusing on freedom and unity.
#pope-leo-xiv
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This American pope: Leo XIV's bloodline reflects the US melting pot

Pope Leo XIV's election highlights the intersection of race and heritage in America, impacting the Catholic Church's leadership.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

There Are Many Ways You Can Tell That the New Pope Is American. This Might Be the Best One.

Pope Leo XIV's unexpected election showcases the changing dynamics within the Catholic Church and highlights his roots from the South Side of Chicago.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Beyonce review ever-evolving star kicks off electrifying Cowboy Carter tour

Beyonce's Cowboy Carter tour reclaims the narrative of Black contributions to country music and redefines American identity.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The Impossible Contradictions of Mark Twain

Mark Twain's characters reflect the complexities and tensions of American identity.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Brooks: How tariffs destroy what makes America great

Trump's tariffs damage American openness and creativity, obstructing vital international exchanges.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

This Regional U.S. Trivia Quiz Is Pretty Easy, But Only 30% Of Americans Can Pass It

The U.S. consists of distinct regions, each characterized by unique cultural and geographical traits.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Dinesh D'Souza Hits Back at White Nationalist's Attack On His Daughter and Her GOP Congressman Husband

Rep. Brandon Gill's backlash following his multiculturalism statement reveals deep divisions in beliefs about diversity in America.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

What the hell's happening to your country?' Traveling as an American under Trump 2.0 | Shanti Nelson

Strangers abroad express pity and confusion over the current state of America, signaling a shift in global perception.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Citizenship For Sale: Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Seems Designed To Install A Rich Foreign Overclass - Above the Law

American identity centers on self-determination and equal rights, but wealth increasingly influences access to citizenship.
Roam Research
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

Americans Are Stuck. Who's to Blame?

Yoni Appelbaum's book 'Stuck' illustrates how lack of mobility impacts American opportunity and identity.
The drive for urban preservation has unintentionally hindered social mobility for many Americans.
fromVulture
6 months ago

It's No Fun Promoting Captain America: Brave New World

Captain America represents a lot of different things and I don't think the term 'America' should be one of those representations. It's about a man who keeps his word, who has honor, dignity and integrity.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

Opinion | Why We Love a Movie Star in a White T-Shirt

The white T-shirt is a cultural icon that shapes perceptions of American identity and brings cinematic moments to life.
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