Fourth of July 2012 Pictures

Yesterday, Americans near and far celebrated our country's birthday with Fourth of July parades, fireworks, and hot dog eating contests. President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama were busy honoring military members and their families with a White House BBQ and concert, and Mitt Romney and his clan marched in a parade with VP hopeful Kelly Ayotte. Whether you were attending BBQs with your friends and family, cozying up to your honey under the lit-up sky, or a disappointed spectator of the San Diego fireworks snafu, see how Americans in New York, Washington DC, and more spent their Independence Day!