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The United States Capitol Building in Washington DC

 William J. Chizek

I went to Washington D.C. in early October to attend a horse show in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. It was a cloudy day, and as I drove over the Potomac, I could see the U.S. Capitol dome against the gray sky. I have spent plenty of time in that area over the years, and it never fails to move me. We are so blessed to live in a free country and so blessed with our right to vote. It does not matter who you vote for, just exercise your right to do so. That’s all I will say about the election.

Our U.S. Capitol is neither a state nor a city but a remarkable honey hole of history. Instead of diving into present day American politics, let’s revisit some fun facts you may know or have forgotten about Washington D.C. and some of our past presidents and first ladies: