# The US at 250: who gets to tell the story?

As the United States nears its 250th anniversary, a brief explores the contested narratives of the nation's history. It asks whose voices and perspectives will shape the official story, reflecting deeper cultural and political divides over national identity.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/friday-briefing-the-us-at-250-who-gets-to-tell-the-story) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:47:24 GMT

### Entertainment
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/jul/08/hbcu-photos-black-history) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:00:51 GMT