Obama's License Plates to Read 'Taxation Without Representation'
During the presidential inauguration Monday, the presidential limousine will use the license plates to bring attention to DC's lack of voting representation in Congress.
When the presidential limo drives down Pennsylvania Avenue on Inauguration Day, its license plate will bear the motto, "Taxation Without Representation," in a nod to the District of Columbia's lack of voting representation in Congress. Last week the District Council unanimously approved a resolution that President Barack Obama's limousine fleet should use the plates. DC Councilwoman Mary Cheh and Council Chairman Phil Mendelson met with White House Director of Intergovernmental Affairs David Agnew Friday to discuss the resolution. “On January 21, President Barack Obama will be inaugurated for his second term. Following the ceremony, he will lead a parade down Pennsylvania Avenue with his motorcade. This parade will be watched by millions …
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John
7:38 am on Monday, January 14, 2013
Really? This what they are wasting time on? more ›