To encourage more unity among citizens from the north and south. There are many southerners that have moved to the northeast for work opportunities in the financial sector and can't get a decent glass of iced tea as served down south.
Many solutions to problems, deals, and compromises have come about over a tall glass of cold iced tea while sitting on the front porch.
It may even be something that would help with budget and debt negotiations. Invite over a few of the principal players, you have a very nice Rose Garden, and discuss your common ground. I bet you will find you have more than you realize.
I've never seen enemies created over a good glass of Sweet Tea.



