Blinded by Nostalgia

Jonah Goldberg / June 10, 2026 Blinded by Nostalgia The past is worth remembering but we can’t cherry-pick only the good things. Politics "No gas" signs outside a gas station in Lincoln City, Oregon in October 1973. (Photo via National Archives at College Park). "No gas" signs outside a gas station in Lincoln City, Oregon in October 1973. (Photo via National Archives at College Park). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, America is in a pretty foul mood, and I understand why.

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