While it is true that many of the ideals of America were ideals throughout history, particularly in Judeo-Christian cultures, it was only in America that these ideals saw a practical fruition. There are other countries that have had their great heroes and events, but only America was founded on a philosophy and set of principles so great, that if one is a tyrant or otherwise wicked, one automatically ceases to adhere to these American principles. Today is the day to be proud that we live in the greatest country that has ever existed, the United States of America.