After presidential elections every four or eight years, Washington’s gift shops and souvenir stands undergo an overnight transformation. ADStill, souvenir sellers across the city say they are hopeful that the Biden-Harris win will create enthusiasm for their products. Jones says she’s still parsing speeches and appearances by Biden and Harris to pick up on quotes and ideas for new merchandise. The change in administration, shop owners say, often also means a change in tone. ADADAs of Tuesday morning, all 13 of the company’s stores were stocked with inauguration T-shirts, coffee mugs, buttons and magnets.

Source: Washington Post November 13, 2020 19:21 UTC