[johnnycap]

The photo really speaks to a pervasive attitude that must have been present. Each piece of trash you see (and I assume it goes all the way from the capitol to the obelisk), is a decision that says someone else can pick up after me...I am not responsible.

All this, while their hero is up there on the podium telling all of us that we who are now departing are taking an era of irresponsibility with us. Ironic isn’t it?

[ConservativeWarrior]

...is a decision that says someone else can pick up after me

Each item "contributed" to the national mall is likely equal in value to the amount of annual taxes each attendee pays. A true representation of their contribution to the community well.

"Here's my McDonald's wrapper (I'm lovin' it!), now where's my mofo escalade?"