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Rep. Wesley Hunt Challenges Biden and Corporations to Embrace “American Pride Month”
Journal Press: Rep. Wesley Hunt, a Republican from Texas, has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to designate July as “American Pride Month.” Hunt aims to celebrate the achievements of the United States and increase awareness of the country’s rich history. This proposal comes in response to the overwhelming support shown by corporations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June. Hunt believes that the decline in feelings of American patriotism can be countered by promoting American pride.
The Battle for Pride
June marks LGBTQ+ Pride Month, during which many corporations adopt the rainbow colors of the Pride flag to signal their support for the LGBTQ+ community. President Biden also proclaimed June as “Pride Month” to honor and celebrate sexual diversity. However, Hunt noticed a stark contrast between the celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and the declining feelings of American pride. According to a Wall Street Journal poll, patriotism in the U.S. has seen a 30-point decrease since 1998.
A Challenge to the White House and Corporations
Rep. Wesley Hunt’s resolution serves as a challenge to the White House and woke corporations. He questions whether they will display the American flag with the same enthusiasm and pride as they did the LGBTQ+ flag during Pride Month. Hunt wants to remind Americans of their history and pass on the values of being an American to future generations. As President Reagan once said, “If we forget what we did, we won’t know who we are.” The resolution aims to rekindle patriotism and help Americans appreciate their country’s accomplishments.
Promoting American Pride
To encourage Americans to take pride in their country, Rep. Wesley Hunt will make daily pro-America social media posts throughout July using the hashtag “#AmericanPrideMonth.” His goal is to start a viral campaign that honors the United States and revives patriotism throughout the country. Hunt firmly believes that America’s history deserves to be taught, its story remembered, and its progress celebrated. The campaign aims to unite Americans under one flag and one nation under God.
Conclusion
Rep. Wesley Hunt’s proposal to designate July as “American Pride Month” challenges President Biden and corporations to prioritize American pride, just as they do for LGBTQ+ Pride Month. This resolution aims to counter the decline in patriotism in the U.S. and promote a renewed appreciation for the country’s achievements. Hunt plans to kickstart a social media campaign to inspire Americans to take pride in their country and its rich history. The goal is to unite Americans under one banner—the United States of America.
