Kevin Seefried used a Confederate flag to attack a Black police officer on Jan. 6, 2021.

Entertainment

The documentary goes beyond the simplified heritage versus hate debate, interspersing commentary from elected officials, historians, and even members of the Sons of the Confederacy. Despite having a variety of voices, the documentary avoids trying to both sides the Confederate flag but provides context for understanding the debate.

Race Matters

Students at Coosa High School in Rome, Georgia, said they were suspended for staging a protest after school officials refused to do anything about white students flying Confederate flags.

Many people on Twitter agree that Ray Ciccarelli won't be missed.

Even going to a music festival is dangerous.

Black Lives Matter activist Muhiyidin d’Baha was murdered in New Orleans.

A White activist, inspired by the NFL anthem protest, burned a Confederate battle flag at a NASCAR event at Martinsville Speedway in Virginia.

Nation

Russell Simmons penned an open letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to change his approach when it comes to handling the country’s most pressing issues.

The Confederate emblem in Mississippi's flag symbolizes White supremacy and violates the Constitution, he says.