Pennsylvania Joins Growing List of Democratic States Skipping National Fair In a move that underscores the growing tensions between state governments and the federal administration, Pennsylvania has announced it will not be participating in the upcoming "Great American State Fair" on the National Mall. The decision comes on the heels of a similar announcement from California, with other Democratic-led states likely to follow suit. The fair, which aims to showcase the best of American culture and innovation, has been criticized for its high costs to taxpayers and lack of inclusive sponsorship opportunities. As Pennsylvania becomes the latest state to decline participation, the event's future and the implications for federal-state relations remain uncertain.
Pennsylvania is the latest Democratic-led state to say it is skipping “The Great American State Fair” happening on the National Mall. "Unfortunately, due to the high cost to taxpayers and not being able to secure PA businesses to sponsor the booth, Pennsylvania will not be a participant in the Great American State Fair," a spokesperson...