Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar  announced this morning on the Today Show that the interior of the Statue of Liberty will reopen on the Fourth of July.  The exciting news comes at a time when the United States really could use a renewed sense of hope, and hopefully signals a bright new chapter in our country’s story.  Personally, I’m glad my childhood efforts to preserve the statue have finally paid off (Story after the jump):

When I was six, my family and I visited Ellis Island during the centennial renovation when the statue was shrouded in scaffolding, and I decided to help with the fundraising.  So, with a tiny replica of the statue and an out-stretched Jams hat, I invited passers-by to help “save Lady Liberty” and I managed to raise $3 to help with the repairs.  You’re welcome America!

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