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Published: July 3, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Tomorrow, many of us will celebrate our nation’s independence with fireworks and live music.
But one of tonight’s performers has a story that reminds us what that freedom has cost.
Marine veteran Sal Gonzalez survived a devastating IED explosion in Iraq, losing his left leg and facing a traumatic brain injury and PTSD. Today, he’s using country music to heal, inspire, and connect with others.
Sal joins us ahead of his performance at Freedom Fest.