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Charleston shootings and flag debate shape 2015 South Carolina memory
After the Emanuel AME Church massacre in 2015, Riley counseled a grieving city and national leaders. The flag removal battle pitted Gov Haley and lawmakers against flag supporters led by Russell Ott, who navigated rules to bring the flag down. Maj. Gen. Robert Livingston directed flood relief efforts, securing water, rescues, and rebuilding while public support swelled.
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