Maryland State Senator Proposes Change To Translation Of State Motto

A Republican state senator from Anne Arundel County is making a move to change the translation of the state motto "Fatti maschil, Parole femine."

Bryan Simonaire believes the translation from the Italian, "Manly deeds, Womanly words," is offensive.

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His legislation would change the translation to Strong Deeds, Gentle Words.

The motto is part of the ribbon on the state seal. Senator Simonaire says there is no cost associated with the change.

The General Assembly session starts next Wednesday.