re: How much longer until the MS flag is replaced?

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I'd be cool with folks just saying any of those two things other than the bullshite "heritage" nonsense. So much more to the South than just Confederate apologetics (and I say that as someone born in the south and lived mostly in the South and in TX).

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I’d say that the Civil War was by far the biggest moment of uniqueness (from the rest of America) that the entire Southern Culture - past AND present - can join behind. Therefore, it stands to reason that it would be a symbol from that period that would continue to be a symbol of our culture today. Imagine if every American during and immediately after the Revolutionary War had adopted a unifying symbol ... that would still be at least somewhat prevalent in today’s culture regardless of its official designation.

Heritage is a very legitimate reason for supporting the flag. My family has been on this land for many generations and I take pride in their hard work. I also sport a US flag and have my family’s tartan on display.