Trump Gets His Face on a New US Dollar Coin
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The United States made a new one dollar coin. This coin has a picture of Donald Trump on it. Trump was the president of the United States. This is special because it is the first time a living president is on US money in one hundred years.
What Is on the Coin?
The coin shows Trump's face. The word LIBERTY is on it. The words IN GOD WE TRUST are also on it. These words are on all US money. The US Mint made this coin. The US Mint is the place that makes all American money.
Why Is This Important?
Usually, dead people are on US money. It has been a very long time since a living president was on a coin. This Trump coin is different. It is a special edition. This means it is not regular money. It is for people who like to collect coins.
Other Presidents on Money
George Washington is on the dollar bill. Abraham Lincoln is on the penny. These men are not alive now. They were presidents long ago. People put dead presidents on money to remember them. Trump is alive, so this is unusual.
How People Feel
Some people like this coin. Other people do not like it. People have different ideas about Trump. Some think it is good to honor him. Some think it is too early. Everyone can have their own opinion about this.
Discussion Questions
- Have you ever collected coins? What did you collect?
- Do you think it is good to put living people on money?
- Who would you like to see on money in your country?
- Why do you think the US usually puts dead presidents on money?
- Do you agree or disagree with this Trump coin? Why?
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