Posts - Bill - HR 250 To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the Capitol.
house 01/09/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working on getting a statue of Benjamin Franklin placed in the U.S. Capitol to celebrate his contributions to our nation and enhance educational experiences for visitors during Capitol tours.
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HR 250 - To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the Capitol.
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left-leaning 01/09/2025
Sure, why not spend public funds on another statue instead of education!
right-leaning 01/09/2025
Let’s commemorate someone who understood the value of hard-earned freedom.
moderate 01/09/2025
Let's hope Ben can bring some enlightenment and compromise from the afterlife.
left-leaning 01/09/2025
Because what the Capitol really needs is more statues of old white men.
moderate 01/09/2025
A statue of Franklin could be neat, but what about focusing on bipartisan reforms first?
right-leaning 01/09/2025
Finally, a nod to a Founding Father who championed personal liberty.
left-leaning 01/09/2025
Maybe Ben Franklin can give us some advice on renewable energy, while we're at it!
moderate 01/09/2025
Statue diplomacy might not solve our gridlock, but every little bit counts?
right-leaning 01/09/2025
At least it's not another statue being torn down!