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Shutdown won't stop Cherry Blossom parade in DC
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Organizers of the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade say their event will go on regardless of a potential government shutdown. Spokeswoman Danielle Piacente said Friday that if there is a government shutdown, the parade route on Constitution Avenue will be shortened. Part of the road is under National Park Service jurisdiction.