House Republicans Cave (Again) to Democrats on Confederate Flag Vote
Republicans still dont seem to know they have a majority.
- Retreating under pressure, House Republicans abruptly scrapped plans for
a vote Thursday to permit the display of Confederate flags at Park
Service-run cemeteries, reacting to furious protests from Democrats that
the banner celebrates a murderous, racist past.
And the Democrat description has evolved. It's no longer just a "racist" symbol.
- "What exactly is the tradition of the Confederate battle flag that
we're supporting?" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y. challenged supporters of
the proposal, shortly before the GOP leadership announced its decision.
"Is it slavery, rape, kidnap ,treason, genocide or all of the above?"
No Republican rose to respond.
