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Before the Declaration of Independence, there was the Declaration of Necessity. On July 6, 1775, the Continental Congress laid out the moral and constitutional case for resisting British tyranny—not for conquest, but for liberty. In this episode of the Countdown to Freedom, Congressman Nathaniel Moran explores how Jefferson and Dickinson's powerful words marked the moment America chose to fight not out of rage, but out of resolve—to live free rather than submit to voluntary slavery.

Before the Declaration of Independence, there were orders—General Orders. On July 4, 1775, George Washington assumed command of the Continental Army and issued his first directive, forging discipline from chaos and laying the foundation for American military strength. Join Congressman Nathaniel Moran as we kick off the Countdown to Freedom with the moment America first stood up to fight for liberty—exactly one year before independence was declared.

What happened between July 4, 1775 and July 4, 1776 changed the world forever. Join Congressman Nathaniel Moran as he kicks off the Countdown to Freedom, a new series retracing the pivotal year that gave rise to American independence. 🇺🇸 Relive the moments that shaped our founding, and be inspired by the spirit of ’76. #Countdown2Freedom

U.S. Congressman Nathaniel Moran gives remarks during the House Ways and Means Committee markup of the One Big, Beautiful Bill - legislation that would make the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts permanent, delivering relief to American workers, small businesses, and families. The Ways and Means Committee passed the legislation on May 14, 2025.

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