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Which celebrity feels more American to you? 🇺🇸
Research has found that many people unconsciously associate being "American" with race or appearance, even though U.S. citizenship has nothing to do with how someone looks.
These biases can influence who we see as belonging, often without us realizing it.
This #FourthofJuly, it's worth remembering: there's no one way to look American.
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Why some Americans seem more ‘American’ than others
The US and other countries have a legal definition of citizenship, yet human psychology and identity politics result in ingrained biases over who truly belongs.The Conversation
Millions of Americans are under heat advisories this #FourthofJuly weekend. If you’re planning cookouts, fireworks or a day at the beach, know the warning signs of heat illness before you head outside (thread) ⬇️
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As a major heat wave grips the eastern US, here’s how to stay safe – and the heat stroke warning signs to watch for
A public health researcher explains the signs to watch for that someone is developing heat exhaustion or heat stroke, and what to do.The Conversation
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Fireworks, heat and drought put this July 4th at high risk for wildfires
Every year, the number of human-caused fires spikes on July 4, and many of them are related to fireworks. When trees and grasses are dry and the temperature high, the risk rises even more.The Conversation
