Blethen, The Seattle Times Publisher, describes what is so different and special about this holiday. It is a holiday that was created because of American values and principles. America is supposed to be the land of opportunity, fairness and equality. Our Constitution and our democratic form of government were established to create and nurture these values. We are supposed to be a melting pot.
Democracy depends on it.
Simply put, democracy is still a relatively young experiment, and its survival depends on the legitimate participation of all its citizens. Those who are excluded have no stake in preserving democracy. Over the past 10 years, the joint media campaign initiated by The Seattle Times has flourished. Newspapers and television and radio stations are located in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Maine. Click here for more information on how you can show your support.