Mississippi moves to remove Confederate emblem from state flag
Mississippi lawmakers advanced a plan to replace the 126 year old flag by removing the Confederate emblem. The House passed 91 to 23 and sent the measure to the Senate as a commission would design a new flag without the symbol and with In God We Trust. Governor Reeves signoff expected, with a November ballot only for the new design if approved.
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New York Pride Goes Virtual as 50th Anniversary Observed
In New York City the 50th Pride anniversary saw protests, rainbow displays, and performances move online due to coronavirus distancing rules. The Stonewall birthplace remains shuttered, with funds from the Gill Foundation aiding the Inn’s rent. Activists kept spirit alive with a scaled down Queer Liberation March and televised events honoring frontline workers and LGBTQ history.
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Chicago shootings kill three children amid pleas for action
Weekend gun violence across Chicago left three children dead including a 10 year old struck by a stray bullet. Activists call for federal and state intervention while leaders announce a new task force and a $7.5 million outreach plan to curb violence. Sincere A Gaston, Antiwon Douglas and a 10 year old girl are named in police reports.
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