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Viral ‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement gains momentum amid severe floods in New York and New Jersey
Viral ‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement gains momentum amid severe floods in New York and New Jersey

Time of India

time5 days ago

  • General
  • Time of India

Viral ‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement gains momentum amid severe floods in New York and New Jersey

As New York and New Jersey rise from severe flash floods that filled highways and neighborhoods this week, a new wave of activism has swept social media : the 'Clean Statue of Liberty' movement. Sparked by images of the iconic monument's weathered and yellowing exterior, thousands of Americans are calling for a comprehensive cleaning and restoration of Lady Liberty ahead of the nation's 250th Independence Day celebrations next year. The movement, whose origins remain unclear, exploded online Monday as dramatic floodwaters swept through the region. Influencers and everyday citizens alike began sharing before-and-after images of the statue, highlighting the gradual discoloration of its copper patina. 'There is a movement to clean the Statue of Liberty next year for America's 250th anniversary,' one user posted on X (formerly Twitter), echoing the sentiment of many demanding action from city and federal officials. Advocates are not just asking for a cosmetic touch-up. Many are urging authorities to address graffiti, restore the statue's original luster, and upgrade Liberty Island's infrastructure to withstand increasingly frequent climate-driven storms. A petition, which began circulating in 2022, has gained renewed traction. It reads, in part: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sua loja virtual pode ser o sucesso que você sempre sonhou: saiba como começar agora. Tray Saiba Mais Undo 'The Statue of Liberty is a monumental piece of American history, symbolizing our heritage and human rights as citizens of this great nation. We must restore this piece of art to its former and original, respective glory, as a sign of hope, peace, and pursuit of happiness during these dark times'. The last major restoration of the Statue of Liberty occurred in the mid-1980s, when the monument underwent a massive overhaul in preparation for its centennial. That project included extensive cleaning of both the interior and exterior copper, repairs to the iron framework, and the replacement of the original torch. Since then, only routine maintenance has been performed, leaving many to argue that the statue is overdue for another significant restoration—especially as climate change brings harsher weather to the region. Live Events

‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement goes viral as New Jersey and New York experience severe flash floods
‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement goes viral as New Jersey and New York experience severe flash floods

Hindustan Times

time5 days ago

  • Politics
  • Hindustan Times

‘Clean Statue of Liberty' movement goes viral as New Jersey and New York experience severe flash floods

As New Jersey and New York were struck with severe flash floods on Monday, a viral 'Clean Statue of Liberty' movement emerged. Several social media users urged the city and federal government to clean the iconic monument before America's 250th Independence Day next year. We do not know who started the movement, but influencers are posting a timeline of the Statue of Liberty showing the yellowing of the monument. A Clean Statue of Liberty movement emerged on Monday(REUTERS) 'Clean Statue of Liberty' movement 'There is a movement to clean the statue of liberty next year for America's 250th anniversary,' one person wrote on X, platform formerly known as Twitter. Read More: New Jersey state of emergency: NJ Turnpike completely flooded; scary scenes at New Providence 'Trump should clean the Statue of Liberty to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Internet. Do your thing and make this happen!' another person tweeted. Advocates further demanded cleaning the statue's copper patina, removing graffiti, and upgrading Liberty Island's infrastructure to withstand climate-driven storms. A petition on was launched in 2022. 'The Statue of Liberty is a Monumental piece of American history, symbolizing our heritage and human rights as citizens of this Great Nation. We as the people must restore this piece of art to its former and original, respective glory, as a sign of hope, peace and pursuit of happiness during these dark times." "Many of us have families who came through Ellis Island and the rest of the world deserves to see the beascon of hope as it once stood, in its Glory, in order to understand the sentimental value that its beauty brought to the shore of a land that was symbolic of a fresh start for those persecuted by exiled and impoverished.. Please stand with me in getting this statue clean, just as we mist cleanse America of the struggles that many people face everyday in these trying times,' it stated.

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