Nationwide anger over police brutality and systemic racism has turned toward symbols of America’s troubled past still scattered across the country: statues honoring Confederate figures and colonizers that have long invited heated debate. https://t.co/t2Mf80kd1n pic.twitter.com/V5zaTdYBDGOutside the Minnesota state Capitol, a statue of Christopher Columbus was pulled down with ropes as protesters cheered. And in other cities this week, similar monuments were beheaded , toppled into lakes , spray painted or ordered removed by local lawmakers. Protestors have now toppled Christopher Columbus statue outside Minnesota State Capitol. “The presence of the confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry,” the company said.

Source: Huffington Post June 11, 2020 03:46 UTC