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BernCo candidate defends Confederate flag as symbol of rebellion
Original: BernCo candidate defends wearing Confederate flag as symbol of 'open rebellion' against the government as he pushes 'America only' agenda in campaigns
A Bernalillo County candidate is defending his wearing of the Confederate flag, calling it a symbol of 'open rebellion' against the government while campaigning on an 'America only' agenda. The remarks, reported by the New Mexico Political Report, are drawing attention to the candidate's provocative positioning ahead of the local election and fueling debate over the flag's meaning.
Why now: A local candidate's open embrace of the Confederate flag as an anti-government symbol is provoking controversy in the race.
Bernalillo CountyNew Mexico Political Report
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- BernCo candidate defends wearing Confederate flag as symbol of 'open rebellion' against the government as he pushes 'America only' agenda in campaigns · New Mexico Political Report
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