Doral officials and several religious leaders on Wednesday unveiled a prominent wall fixture stating “In God We Trust” that hangs over the city seal above the council dais. In June, the council unanimously approved mounting the display. The phrase is regarded as a national motto and has been printed on U.S. currency since 1864. “In God We Trust” also is Florida’s state motto and is featured prominently on the state’s seal. The move comes about six months after Miami-Dade County placed a similar fixture in its council chambers in May. The city’s county commissioner, Jose “Pepe” Diaz, was a primary proponent of the item when it came before the county. “A supreme being has been part...
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