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CBS News poll on America at 250 and some of what Americans think is best about U.S.
By Jennifer De Pinto at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
As America marks 250 years since its founding, CBS News asked Americans to weigh in on what they think stands out about the country. Best thing about AmericaWhen asked to pick the best thing about the American way of life, it's "the people" that comes out on top, far ahead of its land and resourc...
Key takeaway Best thing about AmericaWhen asked to pick the best thing about the American way of life, it's "the people" that comes out on top, far ahead of its land and resources, its economic system or its system of government.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? As America marks 250 years since its founding, CBS News asked Americans to weigh in on what they think stands out about the country. Best thing about AmericaWhen asked to pick the best thing about the American way of life, it's "the people" that comes out on top, far ahead of its land and resourc...
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