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- Total News Sources
- 14
- Left
- 6
- Center
- 2
- Right
- 1
- Unrated
- 5
- Last Updated
- 28 days ago
- Bias Distribution
- 67% Left
South Carolina to Erect Robert Smalls Statue at Statehouse
South Carolina plans to honor Robert Smalls, who escaped slavery to become a Civil War hero and political leader, with a statue at the Statehouse, marking the first monument to an individual African American there. This initiative, unanimously approved by the state legislature, aims to reshape the state's historical narrative, which has largely celebrated Confederate figures. Smalls is renowned for commandeering a Confederate ship to gain freedom for himself and others and for his contributions to racial equality and education post-war. A commission will finalize the statue's design and location by January 2025, with funding sourced exclusively from donations. Additionally, South Carolina's Historical Marker Program is celebrating its 2000th marker, honoring Finley High School's legacy in African American education during segregation. These initiatives reflect a broader effort to acknowledge and preserve African American history in South Carolina.
- Total News Sources
- 14
- Left
- 6
- Center
- 2
- Right
- 1
- Unrated
- 5
- Last Updated
- 28 days ago
- Bias Distribution
- 67% Left
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