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Washington, DC State Motto
"Justitia Omnibus"
(Justice to all)
Adopted in August 3, 1871.
Language: Latin
Focus: Justice
"Justitia Omnibus" has been translated as: "Justice to all."
The motto of Washington, DC., was the first act passed by the District's first legislative assembly on August 3, 1871, created the corporate seal of the District of Columbia, which includes this motto.
Justice (who is a woman) is shown on the seal hanging a wreath on a statue of George Washington.
There are three states with mottos that focus on justice:
- Alabama: "Audemus jura nostra defendere" (We Dare Maintain Our Rights)
- Nebraska: "Equality Before the Law"
- Wyoming: "Equal Rights"
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