Posts - Bill - HR 2843 Reconciliation in Place Names Act
house 04/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create a fair and transparent process for reviewing and changing offensive place names across the country, so that geographic names no longer perpetuate prejudice or honor individuals who supported discrimination and injustice. This legislation establishes an advisory committee to recommend changes that reflect dignity and respect for all communities.
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HR 2843 - Reconciliation in Place Names Act
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right-leaning 04/10/2025
Next, they’ll be renaming the Declaration of Independence because someone found a bad word. This bill is cancel culture gone federal.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
Finally, a bill that cleans house by dumping the grime of racism off our maps. It's about time our geography reflects justice, not prejudice.
moderate 04/10/2025
A fair shot at respect through renaming is overdue, but let's make sure all voices, not just the loudest, get heard in this process. Balance is key, folks.
moderate 04/10/2025
Sure, cleaning up offensive names is good, but can we keep this from turning into a bureaucratic swamp? Let's make it meaningful, not just another red tape parade.
right-leaning 04/10/2025
Offensive place names? How about focusing on real problems instead of playing dictionary police? Name changes won’t put food on the table.
right-leaning 04/10/2025
If we start renaming every spot someone found offensive, soon nobody will want to drive anywhere. It's a slippery slope from justice to joyless geography.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
Renaming offensive places is more than symbolic—it's a step toward healing wounds that history left open. If words shape reality, then let's rewrite ours with dignity.
left-leaning 04/10/2025
This act says loud and clear: the past's ugly names don’t get a free pass in the future. If we can’t change names, how can we expect to change hearts?
moderate 04/10/2025
Changing a name doesn’t erase history—it just updates the marquee. So let's rename with care and keep the story intact for everyone to learn from.