Most of the time, this lawn is not covered with anti-intellectual zealots who failed high school science and now spend their days spraying spittle on everyone because they think wearing a mask makes them seem fragile and vulnerable. It’s not always a rallying place for those clinging to conspiracy theories while expert-after-expert explains that, actually, there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud.
Usually, it’s quiet, with a couple posing for selfies along the main sidewalk off Capitol Avenue.