Washington State Motto

Al-ki

By and by

The state motto of Washington is "Alki," an indigenous Chinook word that means "By and By" or "Hope for the Future." The motto reflects the optimism and vision of those who settled in the region during the mid-19th century. It was officially adopted as the state motto in 1959. The term "Alki" embodies the spirit of progress and the belief in a promising future for the state and its residents.

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