In June 2018, Philadelphia journalist Victor Fiorillo visited the Old Philly Bar, where a sign on the window read, \u201cIf you\u2019re not proud to be an American, do not bother to come in.\u201d The message sparked controversy among locals, with some questioning whether everyone would feel welcome. But inside, a former firefighter stood up, introduced himself as Mexican, jokingly corrected himself, and played Lee Greenwood\u2019s patriotic song \u201cGod Bless the USA.\u201d Soon, the entire bar was singing along, turning an ordinary night out into a memorable display of patriotism\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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