Motto

Sunday June 28, 2020

Female Marine Corps recruits train at the United States Marine Corps recruit depot June 21, 2004, in Parris Island, South Carolina. Some House Democrats and many veterans want the service of women and of all vets to be recognized in an updated motto for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Scott Olson/Getty Images hide caption

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America Reckons With Racial Injustice

As The Country Reexamines Statues And Symbols, The VA Resists A Gender-Neutral Motto

June 28, 2020 • The Department of Veterans Affairs has a male-focused motto that some veterans and lawmakers say needs updating.

Thursday July 25, 2019

South Dakota Public Schools Add 'In God We Trust' Signs To Walls

An "In God We Trust" sign is seen at a middle school in Rapid City, S.D. Staff began installing the national motto in the district's 23 schools in May. Katy Urban/Rapid City Area Schools hide caption

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Education

South Dakota Public Schools Add 'In God We Trust' Signs To Walls

July 25, 2019 • When students return to class next month in South Dakota, they'll be greeted by the national motto prominently displayed on school walls.