Aiken lawmakers react to Confederate flag vote
Aiken legislators reacted as South Carolina moved to remove the Confederate flag from the Statehouse. The House approved 94 to 20, sending the flag to the Confederate Relic Room. Rep Corley denounced leaders and warned of political fallout, while Rep Taylor and other Aiken officials pressed for a statewide advisory referendum.
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South Carolina flag vote prompts debate and open remarks
The piece notes lawmakers and Wells discussing the Confederate flag debate, with emphasis on open-minded consideration of residential input, emotional weeks in the state, and a peaceful resolution. It references the House vote, district ties, and quotes from Maayan Schechter and Michael Ulmer.
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