Democrats' 'Doom and Gloom' Messages on July 4 Spark Criticism and Outrage Instead of Celebration

Prominent Democrats sent messages of doom and gloom rather than celebration on July 4, drawing ire from a multitude of critics. Many of the messages included warnings about supposed threats to the country. Critics pounced on the downbeat tone as an example of 'patriotism' gone wrong. The messages departed from traditional Independence Day fare that often emphasizes freedom and American pride.