In parking lots, along scenic highways, and at trailheads across North America and beyond, a curious symbol appears again and again: the outline of Washington—flipped upside down. At first glance, it looks like a mistake. The distinctive shape of the Evergreen State, with its rugged coastline and sharply defined borders, is instantly recognizable. So when drivers intentionally place it inverted on the back window of a car or on a bumper, it naturally sparks a question: Is that supposed to be upside down? The answer, more often than not, is yes. What may seem like a simple vinyl decal is,...
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