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I think the Confederate flag represents to some people a way of life that is gone in some respects but still very much alive in others. The South was all about family, chilvary, lore, song and foods/hospitality that is still very much alive. A way of life that their ancestors held near and dear, a remembrance of Sons of the South who lost their lives for what they believed in. Anyone has a right to display this flag in their homes as part of their heritage and ancestral memories. To use it, or any other flag, as a negative connotation or an "in your face" thing is not right. But to keep it as part of a family history is a personal choice and a right.

Thanks Cindy, so why is the confederate flag so contentious over there?

was in the south not too long ago...a lot of people still carry those flags around

The Confederate flag was a symbol of "Secession". It was not a symbol of a way of life. It was a symbol of separation from the union that was, and still is, the United States of America. Many people view it as representing other values or ideas, but was created as symbol of secession and disunion from the United States. I my view anyone flying the Confederate flag is declaring their desire to secede from the United States. If that is their intent let them secede and leave the United States if they do not wish to be a part of it.