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About Americas

Independence Day

Independence Day

Americans celebrate the 1776 Declaration of Independence with parades, speeches, concerts and fireworks.

Subject: About America
President Donald J. Trump’s Inaugural Address on 20 January 2017

President Donald J. Trump’s Inaugural Address on 20 January 2017

On January 20, 2017, America celebrated the inauguration of its 45th president—Donald J. Trump. He gave his inaugural address from the West Front of the U.S. Capitol as has every president since President Reagan in 1981.

Subject: About America, Democracy, Featured
A Permanently Unfinished Country—Becoming American Series

A Permanently Unfinished Country—Becoming American Series

The U.S. successfully maintained national cohesion while absorbing the enormous influx of immigrants.

Subject: About America
American Punjabi Sikhs: Yuba City, California—American Communities Series

American Punjabi Sikhs: Yuba City, California—American Communities Series

Punjabi Americans are among California’s most successful farmers.

Subject: About America
Miami Beach, Florida: Discover Diversity and Delight of “Magic City”—U.S. Cities Series

Miami Beach, Florida: Discover Diversity and Delight of “Magic City”—U.S. Cities Series

Tropical paradise by day and urban playground by night, the city knows how to have a good time.

Subject: About America
Denver, Colorado: Gateway to the Colorado Rocky Mountains—U.S. Cities Series

Denver, Colorado: Gateway to the Colorado Rocky Mountains—U.S. Cities Series

A gateway to the Rocky Mountains, it ranks Number 1 on a list of the best places for business and careers.

Subject: About America
Los Angeles, California: City of Angels Offers More than Stars—U.S. Cities Series

Los Angeles, California: City of Angels Offers More than Stars—U.S. Cities Series

Venture beyond Hollywood and you’ll find a lot to enjoy.

Subject: About America
Las Vegas, Nevada: An Entertainment Economy Lights Up the Desert—U.S. Cities Series

Las Vegas, Nevada: An Entertainment Economy Lights Up the Desert—U.S. Cities Series

Las Vegas is the most extreme and allegorical of American cities: bizarre and beautiful.

Subject: About America
Bronx, New York: Macedonian Roma Hidden in Plain Sight—America Communities Series

Bronx, New York: Macedonian Roma Hidden in Plain Sight—America Communities Series

Unless you are familiar with this unique ethnic culture, you may not recognize it.

Subject: About America
Traveling to the United States—Welcome to the USA Series

Traveling to the United States—Welcome to the USA Series

Traveling in the U.S. offers a host of rewards you may not have seen in the movies.

Subject: About America
New Orleans, Louisiana: Enticing and Carefree—U.S. Cities Series

New Orleans, Louisiana: Enticing and Carefree—U.S. Cities Series

The annual Mardi Gras carnival, jazz music and flavorful Creole cuisine are the city’s trademarks.

Subject: About America
Chicago, Illinois: Metropolis on the Great Lakes—U.S. Cities Series

Chicago, Illinois: Metropolis on the Great Lakes—U.S. Cities Series

Rooted in the Industrial Revolution, it has drawn new immigrants for a long time.

Subject: About America
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