Mississippi lawmakers today took steps toward changing the state flag, which includes the Confederate battle emblem.
In the Senate, changing the state flag early Saturday still appeared to be up in the air. Legislative leaders for days had worked to secure enough votes for a two-thirds majority as pressure mounted from religious leaders, sports figures, statewide elected officials and others.
McDaniel made a final appeal to his colleagues to reject the resolution Saturday. He linked the Mississippi state flag to the American flag, saying some view the American flag as a symbol of oppression. He warned that one day people will want to take down the American flag. Sen. Hillman Frazier, D-Jackson, urged senators to vote their convictions:"Pray first, aim high and stay focused," he said repeatedly.
“Many opponents of changing the state flag say we should stand up to what is right, that we shouldn’t cave to outside pressure … even if it’s bad for business," said House Pro Tem Jason White, R-West, speaking in support of the resolution."I agree with those people... I’m here today because it is simply the right thing to do.”
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