Missouri began issuing new license plates featuring "In God We Trust" this week. This change, mandated by state law, replaces "E pluribus unum" and has prompted public discussion regarding its implications for state-issued designs. Opponents cite concerns over the separation of church and state.
Missouri's new state license plates now feature the phrase "In God We Trust." This change follows a mandate from state law, replacing the previous motto, "E pluribus unum."
The updated license plate design has initiated public discussion. Opponents of the change have expressed concerns regarding the separation of church and state.
This alteration impacts the standard design for Missouri's state-issued license plates. Full reporting is available from the original source.
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