Next250's Declaration of Interdependence art installation opens in DC

On June 27, 2026, over a thousand people gathered in McPherson Square, Washington DC, for the Next250 All of US rally, launching the Declaration of Interdependence—an art installation featuring collective values for the next 250 years. The pledge, a reimagining of the Declaration of Independence, emphasizes economic security, healthcare, safe schools, and a livable planet. Activists held listening sessions in 36 states, Puerto Rico, and El Salvador to gather input. The event included an Indigenous opening ceremony by the Piscataway Nation, performances by Morgan State University choir, and services by Distant Relatives for the homeless. Organizers like Linda Sarsour and Suehaila Amen framed the event as a counter to the Trump administration's Freedom 250 celebration, which they view as partisan. Over 100 related events occurred nationwide, including a walking tour in Los Angeles highlighting marginalized histories. The rally is part of a broader activist summer, including Seven Days in DC, Our Copa, and a boycott of United Airlines.