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To: Henry McMaster
REMOVE THE REBEL FLAG ON 85
Dear Governor,
I am starting this petition to express concerns, regarding the presence of a rebel flag on a flagpole near the interstate. As a citizen of this great state, I believe that we should strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or background.
The rebel flag is a symbol that has been associated with the Confederate States of America and, as such, has been used to promote ideas of racism, bigotry, and oppression. Displaying this flag in a public space sends a message that is not in line with the values of our state and our country.
I am therefore petitioning you to take action to have this flag removed from its current location. I believe that by removing this flag, we can send a clear message to all individuals that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Savanna Lewis
I am starting this petition to express concerns, regarding the presence of a rebel flag on a flagpole near the interstate. As a citizen of this great state, I believe that we should strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or background.
The rebel flag is a symbol that has been associated with the Confederate States of America and, as such, has been used to promote ideas of racism, bigotry, and oppression. Displaying this flag in a public space sends a message that is not in line with the values of our state and our country.
I am therefore petitioning you to take action to have this flag removed from its current location. I believe that by removing this flag, we can send a clear message to all individuals that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Savanna Lewis
Why is this important?
The presence of a rebel flag on a flagpole near the interstate sends a message that is not in line with the values of our state and our country. This symbol has been associated with the Confederate States of America and, as such, has been used to promote ideas of racism, bigotry, and oppression. The display of this flag in a public space can create an unwelcoming and hostile environment for individuals who are members of marginalized groups.
Furthermore, symbols like the rebel flag have been used to perpetuate a false narrative of the Civil War, one that downplays the role of slavery and the systemic racism that has permeated our society. By removing this flag, we can send a clear message that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people.
We must also consider the impact that such symbols can have on our state's reputation. In today's interconnected world, perceptions matter. The presence of a rebel flag in a public space can send a message to the rest of the world that our state is not an inclusive or welcoming place. This can have negative consequences for our state's economy, our ability to attract businesses and talented individuals, and our general quality of life.
In conclusion, it is important to remove the rebel flag from its current location near the interstate. Doing so will send a clear message that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people. It will also help to dispel harmful myths and narratives about our history and our values.
Furthermore, symbols like the rebel flag have been used to perpetuate a false narrative of the Civil War, one that downplays the role of slavery and the systemic racism that has permeated our society. By removing this flag, we can send a clear message that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people.
We must also consider the impact that such symbols can have on our state's reputation. In today's interconnected world, perceptions matter. The presence of a rebel flag in a public space can send a message to the rest of the world that our state is not an inclusive or welcoming place. This can have negative consequences for our state's economy, our ability to attract businesses and talented individuals, and our general quality of life.
In conclusion, it is important to remove the rebel flag from its current location near the interstate. Doing so will send a clear message that we are committed to promoting a society that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful of all people. It will also help to dispel harmful myths and narratives about our history and our values.