Mississippi Votes to Replace Confederate-Themed State Flag.
According to NBC News, 68%
of Mississippi voted to replace
the 126-year-old flag.
"The New Magnolia" design features a magnolia
blossom in the center of the flag, circled by 20 stars as
a representation of Mississippi becoming the 20th state.
The bottom of the circle
says, "In God We Trust.".
Artist Rocky Vaughan's design was
chosen from 3,000 submissions.
[The new design] represents Mississippi's sense of hope and rebirth, as the Magnolia often blooms more than once and has a long blooming season, Department of Archives and History, via statement.
Gov. Tate Reeves thinks more effort
is needed to end social divides.
We must find a way to come together. To heal our wounds, to forgive, to resolve that a page has been turned, to trust each other. With God's help, we can, Gov. Tate Reeves, via NBC News