America the beautiful?
Published 3:03 p.m. today
By Gary Pearce
This is the new America the Beautiful pass, which grants entry to all U.S. national parks.
NPR reported:
“The $80 annual America the Beautiful pass gives visitors access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. Since 2004, the pass has typically showcased sweeping landscapes or iconic wildlife, selected through a public photo contest. Past winners have featured places like Arches National Park in Utah and images of bison roaming the plains.”
But now, Trump has plastered his face on the pass.
George Washington doesn’t look too happy about it.
To protest, some people put stickers - wildlife scenes or smiley faces - over Trump’s face.
But the National Park Service says that will make the pass void.
There’s an upside to this travesty.
Every time a park-goer sees the pass, they’ll be reminded of how far America has fallen in the 250 years from Washington to Trump.
They’ll be encouraged to vote this year - and break Trump’s hold on power.
They’ll be ready to resist - as George Washington surely would - when Trump tries to shut down or overturn the election.
Resisting Trump is the best way to celebrate our 250th birthday.
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