Analyst's note:  The Fourth of July is a good time for a quick look back our nation's history.  If you enjoy what the Fourth of July stands for here in America, I thought you might like to join in. Here are a few additional Thoughts on the Fourth of July and How Stands the Union?

"[....] The answer is that the Constitution does protect Americans. We still have the vote. Now we must ensure that everyone understands what is at stake because America has been falling prey to stealth socialism for a very long time.

We must restore the fundamental principles of limited government, fiscal prudence, and individual rights. And we shall.

Happy Fourth of July!"