In 1776 America declared its independence, severing ties to
Great Britain and establishing itself as a sovereign nation. And
while those of us living today cannot truly understand the
trials that our countrymen faced so long ago, we feel a certain
pride and admiration for what their bravery accomplished. This
is especially true here in Philadelphia, the birthplace of our
nation, where the honor of our heritage still prevails. Many of
us speculate as to the future of our country, but on the
anniversary of our independence day we have a chance to stop and
reflect on our truly remarkable past. It is a past marked by
hardships, sacrifices, and hope -- it is a past made significant
by the ambition of our forefathers and a collective desire for
lasting freedom. This Fourth of July, join Kreithen, Baron &
Carpey in remembering with pride the inspired birth and
continued growth of our United States of America.