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>> shannon: washington's july fourth celebration taking shape tonight. the president describes it as a salute to america. critics say he's wasting millions of federal dollars and turning it to a campaign rally. joining me to discuss, town hall.com, curt schlicter is here. good to have you. >> thanks for having me. >> shannon: more on the coalition to protect national parks. they say it's irresponsible to ask the national parks service to absorb the costs of additional and political event when there's so many unmet needs in the parks. funds should be directed to the agency's highest needs like ...

Special fourth of july themed sneaker after nfl quarterback activist colin kaepernick expressed concerns about it. he feels the betsy ross flag is an offensive symbol. the old school flag was on the heel and was slated to go on sale this week. patriotic or despotic? the president wants a grand parade on the fourth. >> we have incredible equipment on display. >> shannon: curt has something to say to the critics of the president's plan. he's live next. bad back? advil is... relief that's fast. strength that lasts. you'll ask... what pain?