Palmer Supports Removing Confederate Flag from Capitol Grounds

For Immediate Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Gary Palmer says the following with regards to Governor Bentley removing the Confederate Battle Flag from the Capitol Grounds:

"I support Governor Bentley's action removing the Confederate Battle Flag from the Capitol Grounds. I believe only two flags should be flying on the capitol grounds: the flag of the United States of America and the flag of Alabama.

"At this point, it appears impossible to separate the Confederate Battle Flag from the historical injustices of slavery and Jim Crow. These injustices are inconsistent with my personal beliefs."

For any additional questions, contact:
Cliff Smith, (202) 225-4921, clifford.smith@mail.house.gov

U.S. Representative Gary Palmer (R-AL) serves on three Congressional committees: Oversight and Government Reform, Budget, and Science, Space and Technology. Visit Palmer online at his website or via Facebook,Twitter, or Instagram.