Saturday, July 4, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Democracy requires civic engagement – and it can sometimes seem to be falling short. But the seeds of renewal are visible, from potluck dinners to youth programs. Also: today’s stories, including the role of higher education in shaping the first leaders of the United States and the Revolutionary War; how Americans are feeling about their country headed into its 250th anniversary; and a review of books written about the American Revolution. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.