What does it mean to YOU to be an American?

How often do we think about that question? At times of crisis (9-11, for instance)...at times of celebration (when a friend gets citizenship papers?), certainly.

We think Independence Day is a fine day to reflect on the issue. So, we asked a handful of former guests on the program -- and two of our brightest literary lights -- to offer their reflections.

Can I just tell you? I was so excited to speak to these women.

You're dying to know who, aren't you? Not telling. It's a secret...you'll just have to listen

OK, you twisted my arm!

Maya Angelou and Maxine Hong Kingston will be with us tomorrow...and they'll give us their thoughts on what it means to be an American...to them.

6:51 - July 3, 2007

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