Her license plate says 'IAMISIS.' The DMV doesn't care what her name is, says plate must go

""creates a risk of inciting violence.""

""At first when I opened the letter I was very surprised that they were doing this after so many years," she said. "I felt hurt and offended by them implying that my name was something that would incite violence.""

""Because of that," she said, "I choose to fight it because I think this could be a great example of bringing back the powerful and peaceful name Isis and not giving all the negative power to the terrorist group.""

""The DMV understands that language and symbols can hold different meanings across cultures and communities," the statement said."

A Sacramento woman has paid annual fees for a personalized license plate reading IAMISIS since 2022. The California DMV recalled the plate after reviewing it and concluded the configuration could be construed as "I am Islamic State of Iraq and Syria," posing a risk of inciting violence. The plate owner, named Isis Wharton, says the plate reflects her given name and honors the ancient Egyptian goddess Isis, symbolizing healing and maternal love. She expressed surprise, hurt and offense at the recall and is appealing the DMV decision while arguing for reclaiming the name's peaceful meaning.

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