SAN RAFAEL, Calif. — The Dixie School District in this wealthy, liberal San Francisco Bay Area community has heard arguments about changing its name because some parents contend it’s linked to the Confederacy and reeks of racism. The school board held a public meeting Tuesday night to consider whether to change the name of the 150-year-old district to one of 13 names submitted by residents. But opponents in the Dixie School District name fight even disagree on whether it is linked to the Confederacy at all. Those who support changing the name (https://www.changethename.net/) say the district was named Dixie by Miller on a dare by Confederate sympathizers. Among the names the board was asked to consider were “Marie Dixie Elementary School District” and “Skywalker Elementary School District.”Board President Brad Honsberger urged speakers to remain diplomatic.

Source: National Post February 13, 2019 06:11 UTC