Southern states grapple with Confederate legacy on civil rights day
In a stark reflection of America’s ongoing struggle with its historical narratives, Mississippi and Alabama continue to simultaneously observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Robert E. Lee Day, highlighting deep-seated tensions between civil rights progress and Confederate remembrance.
The parallel commemoration, occurring every third Monday in January, represents a complex intersection of historical memory and modern values, particularly as other Southern states have moved away from such practices. This persistence stands in marked contrast to the broader national trend of dismantling Confederate symbols and recognitions.
Legislative resistance…