How to Make Patriotism Look Good This July 4th

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Celebrating July 4th doesn't require that you wear bro tank emblazoned with an American flag while blasting "God Bless the U.S.A." from the bed of a Ford F150. But it's still fun to show red, white, and blue spirit. Here's how to pull of patriotism in a non-tacky way, so you can do barbecues and fireworks in style.