Confederate Flag Image Removed from Privately Organized North Carolina Exhibit at America250 Event
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-06-29T13:35:23.541Z
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Washington, D.C -- June 29, 2026: A Confederate flag image was removed from a privately organized North Carolina exhibit at the Great American State Fair after it drew criticism from Governor Josh Stein and others.
Washington, D.C -- June 29, 2026: A Confederate flag image was removed from a privately organized North Carolina exhibit at the Great American State Fair after it drew criticism from Governor Josh Stein and others.The Great American State Fair is part of the nationwide America250 celebration leading up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.Unlike many states participating in the event, North Carolina did not sponsor an official state exhibit. State o