And add a marker indicating the history of the flag of hate that used to be flown from it. Since many will not remember that the battle flag was not flown continuously since the Civil War and was only put up during the Civil Rights Movement, a plaque that covers that history and why it was taken down would be instructive. It could also be a memorial to the nine who were killed in the name of that piece of cloth.

The marker could also direct people who want to remember the traitor Confederate heritage to the museum where the flag will be stored.

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But that little fenced area where it has stood for fifty years would be a perfect place for a memorial plaque. I'd make a contribution to put one up in place of that hateful symbol that just came down.

A true & fitting spot to honor the 9 murdered is still the best I have heard.

Then show their murderer, Dylan Roof what became of his stupidity.

I too would make a donation for that memorial.

and there was a huge gap in time.
Without the marker they can say it always was there for heritage and fallen soldiers bs when it has only been up there 50 yrs coinciding with civil rights


http://www.wral.com/south-carolina-s-confederate-flag-comes-down-friday/14765075/

Yes I like your idea
" Since many will not remember that the battle flag was not flown continuously since the Civil War and was only put up during the Civil Rights Movement, a plaque that covers that history and why it was taken down"

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Glad to see SC rejoining the Union - break out the band.

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The symbol is gone, but racist practices will continue just the same.

Disclaimer: this is not an endorsement of the Confederacy, its flag, racism, the South, etc.

And removes an official stamp of approval from that symbol.

That's huge. Private symbols or sentiments cannot be controlled, because of free speech. But to remove the imprimatur of the government from these symbols is a huge step forward.

Racism is henceforth purely "underground" and not institutionally sanctioned. And underground is where things go to die.

Pre-apology for your comment accepted.

Great, as a start, but lets NOT be fooled. There is a long way to go before the "Civil War" ends in this country. Until all can vote without being subject to persecution and bias, until all have a fair chance to thrive...then it ends....we may not call it slavery, but many in this country still are "slaves".... slaves to working 2, 3 jobs to make ends meet. We still have a lot of work too do.... lets get our Democrat President and congress.... then we start.

it caused 9 deaths recently and generations of misery generally for all who are insulted by that flag of traitors.

...instead of shooting at it as some are...

http://www.democraticunderground.com/10026958992

While everyone was laser-focused on the Confederate flag, they stole your pensions. FYI. Back to what's important - the Union won the Civil War, dammit! Take down them 150-year-old symbols of a failed rebellion!

Bigots and Hate Mongers everywhere!

A sad day for repukes in South Carolina, they are the ones who supported flying the flag. Nikki Haley resisted those who wanted the flag brought down, it was only when she saw no other way to save face she agreed to back legislation to do so.