This act, which some have perceived as a disregard for the country's history and military, has drawn criticism from various quarters.
In the video, which was posted on a social media platform, McBride quipped, “If there is one identity that everyone associates with me, it’s that I’m a Delawarean, a proud and true stateriot. And today is the day of all days. It’s Delaware Day!” She went on to commemorate the day Delaware "dared to go where no state had gone before, becoming the first state in the nation to ratify the U.S. Constitution" on Dec. 7, 1787.
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As reported by the Western Journal, the video featured McBride distributing "Delaware Day" cards around the Capitol, a move that some have deemed as trivializing the significance of the date. The 7th of December is not remembered for Delaware's constitutional history, but rather for the devastating military attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, which President Franklin D. Roosevelt famously described as a date "which will live in infamy."
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The Pearl Harbor attack, which led to the loss of over 2,000 American lives, marked the United States' entry into World War II. The war years that followed saw the death of more than 600,000 Americans, and the birth of a new international order in the aftermath of the global devastation. This date, therefore, holds a solemn significance, serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those in military service.
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Critics argue that McBride's video, which they perceive as a light-hearted celebration of state pride, is inappropriate given the gravity of the date. The backlash was further fueled by a separate post by McBride acknowledging the significance of the Pearl Harbor attack, which critics argue lacked the sincerity and effort put into the "Delaware Day" video.
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The dwindling number of Pearl Harbor survivors, with only 12 remaining according to CNN, underscores the importance of remembering this pivotal event in world history. The year 2025 marked the first time no survivors could attend the ceremonies commemorating the attack, making it even more crucial for living Americans to honor the memory of those who served and died for their country.
Critics argue that McBride's attempt to promote "Delaware Day" on the anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack is a disservice to the memory of those who lost their lives. They contend that such a significant date should not be used for political purposes or overshadowed by state pride.
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The controversy surrounding McBride's video highlights the ongoing debate about the appropriate ways to commemorate historical events and the responsibilities of public figures in honoring the nation's history. As the years since Pearl Harbor continue to increase, the duty of remembering and respecting this pivotal moment in history falls on the shoulders of living Americans.
