NASCAR bans Confederate flags at its events

The flag will no longer be allowed at races or displayed at any NASCAR properties, the league said in a statement posted to its Twitter account. "The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors, and our industry," … Continue reading NASCAR bans Confederate flags at its events

Monuments to America’s racist history are getting toppled amid mass protests – Alternet.org

Monuments celebrating the nation’s racist history are coming down in several states after being targeted by protesters over the past week. On Wednesday, the city of Philadelphia removed a statue of the city’s former racist police chief and mayor, Frank Rizzo, just days after protesters attempted to topple it and light it on fire. Philadelphia … Continue reading Monuments to America’s racist history are getting toppled amid mass protests – Alternet.org