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Was the United States the Best Democracy? Examining the "Authoritarian and Intolerant" Superpower Through History in "250 Years of American Founding" - Newsweek Japan Issue of July 7 Now on Sale!

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Was the United States the Best Democracy? Examining the "Authoritarian and Intolerant" Superpower Through History in "250 Years of American Founding" - Newsweek Japan Issue of July 7 Now on Sale! — Image: PR TIMES

Newsweek Japan July 7, 2026 Issue (On Sale June 30) [From the Editors] On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. The "equality," "liberty," and "pursuit of happiness"

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Newsweek Japan July 7, 2026 Issue (On Sale June 30)

[From the Editors]

On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. The "equality," "liberty," and "pursuit of happiness" proclaimed in the Declaration of Independence have had a profound impact on the formation of democracy and the international order. On the other hand, a significant gap has emerged between the founding ideals and reality, with widening inequality, political polarization, and the rise of populism. In particular, the post-Trump administration's stance of distancing itself from international cooperation through "America First" symbolizes the changing role of the United States in the world. Where is America heading now? The special feature in the issue released on June 30, "250 Years of American Founding: A Historical Perspective," traces the 250-year journey from multiple viewpoints, including the founding ideals, the constitution and presidential system, ideology, diplomacy towards the US, and the post-Trump international order, to consider the role this superpower has played in the world and its future. The historic milestone of the 250th anniversary of its founding is an opportunity not only to understand the United States but also to re-examine the value of freedom and democracy in Japan and the world. (Kobayashi)

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[Special Report] 250 Years of American Founding: A Historical Perspective

The Superpower's Current Position and the Post-Trump World

Reflections from 250 Years of Founding History

History | 250 Years Since Founding: Time to Reconsider America

Analysis | Understanding 250 Years of Founding Through 10 Keywords

Constitution | How Polarization is Destroying Constitutional Order and the Presidential System

Diplomacy | Who Turned America into a Pariah State?

Ideology | What if Tocqueville Saw Today's America?

Proposal | How to Deal with an "America That Won't Go Back"

Prediction | The New World Emerging After Trump

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[Features]

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The cover of Newsweek Japan features a historical painting depicting George Washington and his troops on horseback, celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The text highlights the magazine's special report on the nation's history and future.

Newsweek Japan cover: "History Deciphers America's 250 Years of Independence." Features a painting of George Washington's victory parade in Boston.

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