The Chosen Nation's Fading Light The notion that America is chosen by God has been an enduring feature of American culture since its earliest days.
Figures like John Winthrop and the Founding Fathers have lent their names to this sacred narrative, which suggests that Providence has favored the United States in a unique way.
However, as we approach yet another Independence Day celebration, it's worth revisiting the warnings of those who dared challenge this assumption.