Former Congressman Steve Israel shared a photo of the front window of his bookstore, Theodore's Books, Oyster Bay, N.Y., featuring an American flag book display for the holiday weekend.
Israel wrote:
"As we celebrate the Fourth of July, we must remember that America's story has always been written by people willing to imagine something better. From the very beginning, they believed in possibility.
For two and a half centuries, the American story has been shaped by presidents and patriots, but most enduringly by teachers, dreamers, dissenters, and readers who believed that ideas have the power to shape history!
At Theodore's Books, we believe that books are one of the greatest expressions of the American experiment. They challenge us and unite us, despite our differences. Each story invites us to see the world--and each other--with greater understanding as we turn the page on to this nation’s next chapter together.
Whether you're spending the holiday with family, friends, or simply a good book, we hope you'll take a moment to celebrate the stories and freedoms that continue to define our country."