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World War II memorial to replace historic vista on Mall
A proposed World War II memorial will replace part of the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. Congress voted to bypass normal processes, clearing the way despite opposition that argued the mall should stay open and undisturbed for protests. The effort drew support from veterans, including congresswoman Marcy Kaptur and backers like Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, while critics warned of gaudy design and loss of national symbol.
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