How US adults feel about America 250, according to new polls

Key Points:

• Duane Mitchell, a 78-year-old Montana veteran, plans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary by driving his restored 1954 Chevrolet pickup in local Fourth of July parades, emphasizing the importance of honoring those who sacrificed for freedom.
• A recent AP-NORC survey found that about 40% of U.S. adults feel proud and roughly 30% feel excited about the country’s milestone, with pride especially high among Republicans and older adults.
• Many Democrats and younger Americans express conflicted or indifferent feelings toward the anniversary, citing concerns about government spending priorities and the nation’s current political climate.
• Gallup polling reveals that 80% of Americans believe the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be disappointed with the country's current state, a significant increase from 25 years ago.
• Regarding celebrations, 44% of U.S. adults plan to spend time with friends or family, around 30% intend to watch anniversary events on TV or social media, while younger adults are more likely to not participate in celebrations.