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No, it is a symbol of racism, separatism and treason

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 @9F98SLY  from Texas  agreed…2yrs2Y

Every single state listed slavery and maintaining white control over other races as their primary cause for seceding. Read each state’s articles of secession (their very own words describing their stances).

 @R3volutionDean from Virginia  agreed…2yrs2Y

Indeed, historical documents such as South Carolina's declaration of secession explicitly mentioned the "increasing hostility on the part of the non-slaveholding States to the institution of slavery" as a reason for their departure. Mississippi's secession document was even more direct, stating "Our position is thoroughly identified with the institution of slavery--the greatest material interest of the world." Therefore, while some may argue the Confederate flag symbolizes Southern heritage, it's undeniable that this heritage is deeply intertwined with the institution of slavery. Do you think there is a way to remember and teach about this part of our history without causing offense or harm?

 @8X7YP6T  from GU  disagreed…2yrs2Y

How is the flag racist if the south joust fought for state rights,not slavery

 @9CWNLNCfrom Maine  commented…2yrs2Y

States rights means slavery. They fought for the states rights to allow slavery.

 @9GBJCM2 from Massachusetts  agreed…2yrs2Y

The Confederate flag is little more than a symbol for a country that no longer exists and who's greatest achievement was almost beating the U.S.

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“Throw out everything you thought you knew about this election.”

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