City of Orlando Twitter Account Bashes Fourth of July

City officials in Orlando released what many consider to be an inflammatory, anti-American insult to the July Fourth holiday.

"When there is so much division, hate and unrest, why on earth would you want to have a party celebrating any of it?" the statement read, which invited local residents to a Fourth of July fireworks show, which city officials said would unite people, regardless of their political affiliation.

"In that moment, something takes over and we all become united in an inexplicable bond. Yes, America is in strife right now, but you know what...we already bought the fireworks," the statement concluded.

The post did not specifically say why people may be feeling less inclined to celebrate the holiday, though some people are not doing so over the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, the decision that guaranteed abortion rights across the country. Some people may also be abstaining from the festivities over high gas prices and inflation, which have made it more expensive and difficult to have a Fourth of July party.

In response, the local police union said in their own statement: "The members of the Fraternal Order of police Lodge 25 are proud Americans who will continue to serve with Courage, Pride and Commitment to uphold their oath to defend our community and this country. We do not share the same views as the City of Orlando and find their comments inflammatory and in poor taste."

"Unacceptable and highly inappropriate from @citybeautiful (Orlando)," tweeted attorney and Florida state House GOP candidate Vennia Francois. "It's also disrespectful to our Veterans who risked all for our Freedom. July 4th isn't about the fireworks, it's about the world's first Constitutional Republic and the great experiment we call America."

The city issued a response after the uroar, apologizing for the divisive statement.