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I thought one reason might be that third-grade girls singing about being 'a loyal son' just didn't fit anymore.

Donn Devine, 88, on why Delaware should update its state song -- which he co-wrote -- to be gender-neutral. A bill to do so has been proposed, but some lawmakers see it as an overreach of political correctness.

Donn Devine, 88, on why Delaware should update its state song -- which he co-wrote -- to be gender-neutral. A bill to do so has been proposed, but some lawmakers see it as an overreach of political correctness.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.