Forget all the embassies and diplomats here in Washington. Forget the World Bank and IMF. Forget the myriad languages you hear spoken on the streets of Georgetown or Dupont Circle. For me, this story published yesterday on DCist cinches DC’s international status for me: Amsterdam Falafelshop in Adams Morgan officially accepts Euros.
Some might interpret this is a just a sign of the weakened dollar or the recent uptick in US tourism that has resulted. I however am choosing to take the optimistic view here that the true reason is that DC is finally embracing it’s role as world class city, not just politically but culturally.
