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Why I Think Harriet Tubman Should Go On The $2 Bill Instead

Just an idea.

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Why I Think Harriet Tubman Should Go On The $2 Bill Instead
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Unless you have been living under a rock (I am talking to you, Patrick Star), earlier this week the Treasury finally decided to do something new for the first time in over a century. Seriously, what have these guys been doing for the past 100 years? Whatever. But starting in 2020, Harriet Tubman will be replacing Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. The $5 and $10 bills will also have some new faces on them in the near future, so at least the Treasury will be busy while you are lounging around reading BuzzFeed articles and learning nothing.

Now, this brings me to a very important point. Let me begin by saying I believe Tubman should be on a dollar bill; she was essential and pivotal to America's early history. However, I also follow a strict life motto, which goes by the lines: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Sure, Andrew Jackson, giving you those puppy eyes is not the best look when you’re on the fence while purchasing that shirt from Urban Outfitters that says "Kale" on it. And quite frankly, I have been wondering as to the reasoning behind having him on the bill in the first place. But why, why do we have to change? I hate change; change is dumb. With that being said, let me propose a different strategy for the United States Treasury. Let’s bring back the $2 bill.

Why, you ask? Well, why the hell not? The $2 bill is so cool. Why carry two $1 bills when you can just carry just one $2? You can’t buy a thing with just $1 bills these days and, if you can, it is not worth it. Let’s put Ms. Tubman on the $2! Screw Jefferson. Unless you are a fan of the University Virginia, rotundas, or simply being in third place, then sure maybe you would like to see him stay.

In fact, I am going to take this a step further, let's have the $2 bill dedicated to all the important women in our lives. No sense in half-assing this whole changing face on dollar bills business. Hear me through on this: Put Tubman on the front -- that death glare will have you questioning whether or not you really want to buy those four-piece McNuggets. On the back, let's have a congregation of historical American women. Sandra Day O’Connor can be leading the charge for whatever reason these women would be together; Clara Barton can be on the side, waiting to help anyone who might be injured; Eleanor Roosevelt would be doing whatever she does important. The list could go on and on.

In all honesty, I am excited for Tubman. It’s a huge score for both women and civil rights. The point I am trying to convey here is that it can be done better and this would be a prime opportunity to bring back the $2 bill. So please Mr. Whoever-Is-In-Charge at the Treasury, listen to my plea. Bring back the $2 bill, put Tubman on that, or else. Just a thought, just an idea.

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