In Washington, D.C., members of the Alameda County Transportation Commission, including Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft, are lobbying for federal funding to improve local transit and roads. Amidst this advocacy, Ashcraft enjoyed a bike ride through historic sites, immersing in the legacy of presidents like Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. Roosevelt's contributions to conservation and public lands are highlighted, reinforcing the message of stewardship for future generations. The article connects this to Memorial Day observances in Alameda, emphasizing the importance of remembering those who sacrificed for freedom.
Speaking of which, a wall at the Korean War Memorial contains the inscription, Freedom Is Not Free, which reminded me of Alameda's recent Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
Theodore Roosevelt created 18 national monuments, five national parks, 150 national forests, and established the U.S. Forest Service, thereby cementing a significant conservation legacy.
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