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So Long Sacagawea

Poor Sacagawea we will no longer see. She was replaced by the “Father of our Country”. Just like predecessor Susan B. Anthony, Sac’s image is no longer on our money. Some presidents are there now. You have bid adieu. You carried your papoose on the front in plain view. Before the dollar coin, we knew nothing about you. It seems women are done no justice by the Mint. As was Sue, your presence was less than permanent.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 2/3/2012 5:40:00 PM
Hello living in the UK I can only gather by your words what has left you feeling deceived or let down by. Your words have such strength and conviction and the most reappearing visual laid down by you is carrying of the papoose (it feels/suggests a sacrificial element) A read to add weight to my heart... Thank you Karen Deeks
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