Liberia: At 179, Liberia Must Decide Whether It Is a Republic or a Criminal Enterprise

On Sunday, July 26, Liberia will celebrate 179 years of independence. There will be speeches, military parades, church services, cultural displays, and the familiar declarations of patriotism. The national anthem will be sung. The flag will be raised. Leaders will speak of hope, resilience and national renewal.

But before the fireworks fade and the speeches are forgotten, Liberians should ask themselves one question:

What exactly are we celebrating?

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