This group is not being allowed to display the Confederate flag even though they have asked twice. Many don’t like this symbol anymore. They think it’s a symbol of racism and oppression. Others think it’s just another part of history and that we shouldn’t be forgetting about it or it might repeat itself. Group denied for […]
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In order to remove Confederate monuments, a costly tasks, something else will have to be sacrificed. What will that something be? Is it worth it just to get rid of a part of history that makes a few people uncomfortable? Are there not better things money could be spent on? Key Takeaways:Only one bidder has submitted
Sadly this vandalism of a Confederate memorial in Georgia is not a new problem. This kind of thing happens often. People hate the Confederate flag nowadays and other Confederate monuments because they feel they stand for racism and oppression. Vandalism is still wrong, though, and should be treated that way. It is still a crime. Confederate
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There is often controversy surrounding the Confederate flag and this is just another example. Many people do not want to see the flag raised. They want it removed and hidden away or destroyed completely. They think it stands for racism even though others think it is just a part of history that we shouldn’t forget. Confederate
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This supporter of the Confederate flag obviously does not agree with those who want it removed. The trend of trying to pretend history never happened is disturbing. Wanting the flag to go away shows they want to ignore history even though it is important to know what came before our current time. Confederate flag supporter reacts
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This woman is part of Confederate history ad is finally being recognized. It’s good to see this since women are so often not mentioned even when their accomplishments are very important. Hopefully she will start being talked about in books and in schools as well so people will recognize her name. Key Takeaways:Tompkins wanted to help
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In Virginia, a massive Confederate flag is flying again on the I-95 in Fredericksburg. People are proud to announce this new flag being put back and it has a few improvements to go along with it. A lot of care was put into this flag and it has made a lot of people very happy. Welcome
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Vandalism of Confederate memorials is unfortunately not a new thing. It happens from time to time. People are sometimes offended by them because they feel they support slavery. They’re just part of history but people still dislike them. This is still a crime and shouldn’t be condoned. It should be punished like any other crime
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Many issues are coming up surrounding the Confederate flag. This lawsuit in Mississippi is yet another example of this. People everywhere are challenging what the flag means and whether it is appropriate to display it. It can mean slavery to some but to others it is just a part of history and Southern heritage. Court rejects
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Many places don’t want to display the Confederate flag anymore because they think it’s supporting slavery even though it isn’t doing that at all. This town is being urged not to display it. The people are trying to pretend history never happened. This is a disturbing new trend. Holly Hill Town Council asks SCV not to
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