Political Quotes

“the city of Miami is constantly changing. New buildings and facilities are being built daily adding to the cosmopolitan and modern flavor of the city. However, while in the process of building for the future, Miami has found a piece of its past, the Miami Circle. Discovered in 1998, the Miami Circle is 38 feet in diameter and has been carved into the underlying bedrock. While its true purpose is unknown, it is thought that the circle was used to support different types of structures. Along with the Circle, myriad other ancient artifacts have been found at the site, making it a treasure trove of archaeological artifacts and a window into the history of the area. The true origin of this site has yet to be determined but it is widely believed it was created by the Tequesta Indians. This piece of Miami's heritage is also part of Florida's as well as the Nation's. It is believed to be the only cut-in-rock prehistoric structural footprint ever found in eastern North America. It is and will be a valuable tool in understanding America's indigenous peoples, their culture, and their technological prowess. In fact, a recent discovery of a Tequesta burial grounds not far from the Miami Circle has made the Miami Circle an even more significant historical site. For these reasons, the site of the Miami Circle needs to be preserved.”