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Council Weighs In on Obama's Presidential License Plate
posted 12/03/08
11:32 am
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A letter sent to Obama this week says displaying the plates "would send a clear message to the entire nation and the world" that Obama supports giving the city a vote in Congress.
Eight years ago, the city began printing license plates with the "Taxation Without Representation" slogan in hopes of educating Americans that its residents lack a vote despite paying federal taxes.
Shortly before leaving office, President Bill Clinton placed the tags on his presidential limousine in a symbolic gesture of support. President George W. Bush (web|news|bio) quickly reversed course.
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Latest Comments on "Council Weighs In on Obama's Presidential License Plate"
posted by: Shovelhead on 8:01 am on 12/11/08
And perhaps, given the numerous recent news stories in the local news concerning the actions of DC government employees, we should petition Congress to change the Tile of our capital city to the District of Corruption.
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