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Beer, BBQ and America: Lawmakers share their favorite traditions for the nation's birthday

America’s 250th birthday is a milestone in the nation’s history that, in Washington, D.C., was marked by thunderous fireworks, flyovers and a fair on the National Mall.But at the granular level, families across the country have celebrated July 4 in their own way for generations, crafting traditions that they revisit year after year. Trips to the lake, sizzling hot dogs, bottle rockets, picnics in the park and burgers — all hallmarks of America’s celebration of independence.Lawmakers, when the partisan barbs end, the floor speeches quiet and Congress ditches Washington for the weekend every yea...