In a shocking turn of events, a New Jersey lawmaker has proposed legislation to rename Delaware Bay to ‘The Bay of New Jersey’. The move has sparked controversy and outrage among residents of Delaware, who feel like they are being robbed of their identity.
Assemblyman Bob Smith, who introduced the bill, claims that the name change is necessary to better reflect the state’s ownership of the bay. In a statement, he said, “It’s time we reclaim what is rightfully ours. Delaware has had their time in the spotlight, now it’s New Jersey’s turn to shine.”
However, not everyone is on board with the proposed name change. Delaware Governor John Doe called the legislation “ridiculous” and “an affront to our state’s history and heritage.” He added, “Delaware Bay has been a part of our identity for centuries, and we will not stand by while New Jersey tries to steal it from us.”
Opponents of the bill have taken to social media to express their outrage, with hashtags such as #SaveDelawareBay trending on Twitter. One user tweeted, “As a proud Delawarean, I will never accept ‘The Bay of New Jersey’. This is an insult to our state and our people.”
Despite the backlash, Assemblyman Smith remains confident that the legislation will pass. He told reporters, “I believe that once people see the benefits of renaming the bay, they will come around. It’s time for New Jersey to take its rightful place as the true owner of this body of water.”
If the bill is approved, signs along the bay will be changed to reflect the new name, much to the dismay of Delaware residents. Only time will tell if ‘The Bay of New Jersey’ will become a reality or if it will go down in history as a failed attempt at state pride. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
