It's an interesting year to celebrate America's birth. We talk about our patriotism here in 2017.  We're SO close to our first Patreon goal and hope that you'll find enough value in our discussions to contribute to the nuance! Come check out the secret garden of content!  Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:    School’s out for summer! And Redbox has the video games to keep you entertained. With over 40 thousand locations nationwide, you can rent and return anywhere. Better yet, you’ll get a FREE 1-night game rental from Redbox when you use the promo code PANTSUIT. Swing by a Box in your neighborhood, or if you want to make sure the game you want is there when you arrive, reserve it online at Redbox.com/games.Offer valid through July 18th 2017. Subject to additional terms. Charges apply for additional nights. Payment card required. Getting into video games has never been so easy! ThirdLove is committed to giving you a bra that fits perfectly and comfortably all day long. Answer a few simple questions and ThirdLove will recommend your perfect fit. Use the promo code PANTSUIT to receive a free 30-day trial with your new favorite bra.  Rent the Runway allows you to finally get the wardrobe you love. Rent the Runway’s Unlimited subscription gives you access to premium designer styles for work, weekends and everything in between – at a flat monthly price. Rent unlimited designer pieces – including tops, jackets, handbags, and jewelry – on rotation, and enjoy the thrill of new clothes without the commitment, closet space, or buyer’s remorse.  And now, our listeners can get 25% off their first month by entering the code PANTSUIT at checkout.  The Pearls We discuss the President's vile tweets about Mika Brzezinski and CNN. We also talk about lectureporn and its manifestation in a recent HuffPo piece. We're frustrated by the general approach of the Trump administration (and Sarah discusses the downside of the cautious Obama administration). While the lectureporn essay is aimed at liberal narcissism, it applies to the conservative narcissism on display in the new NRA ad.  We both compliment Secretaries of State today. Beth appreciates Kentucky's Secretary Alison Lundergan Grimes, and Sarah compliments Mississippi's Secretary Delbert Hosemann. The Suit We discuss our patriotism and the nature of America in 2017. You can find the Pantsuit Politics book club selection here and the episode of On Being Sarah discusses here. The Heels  We talk about Sarah's #lakelife and Beth's Big Brother viewing.