On July 4th, remember the lives touched by America's action abroad

As we celebrate July 4th and America’s 250th, let’s hold space for the lives around the world who have been touched by America’s military actions abroad. Such as in Palestine, Iran, Syria, Venezuela, and Lebanon to mention few.

Commemoration is not only about honoring our own story — it’s about recognizing our shared humanity and remembering those who have suffered, struggled, or been displaced.

Mahmoud El-Yousseph, Ret. USAF veteran, Westerville, Ohio