I have posted a link from directly after the Spanish American War that discussed how COnfederate Soldiers were moved TO Arlington and how Federal funds would be used for maintaining Confederate graves and monuments.
It has been American policy for over a hundred years that these various leaders are American Heroes.
THe reasons for that were included in the Presidents speech I cut and pasted.
And it was a terrible idea.
The thing is, after World War II, we didn't let the Nazis keep their honor. We hung their leaders, we didn't let them build any monuments. they didn't get to call themelves heroes. Most Germans are ashamed of the Nazis today. As a result, Germany is largely a model international citizen.
We made the mistake of NOT punishing the South for its treason and racism. We are still paying for it today.
Finally, we are treating the Stars and Bars like the Swastika, something only racists celebrate. Too long in coming, as far as I'm concerned.
Yes, you already stated your opinion.
It is insulting to the American SOuth today, which is certainly a "model international citizen" as a long time integral part of the US.
But that is in keeping with your regional bigotry.
YOur claim that only racists celebrate the Confederate Flag is simply absurd.