Coalitions

Greenville, N.C. — Tensions are rising in Pitt County as local organizations have filed a lawsuit challenging the decision to remove a Confederate monument which has stood for decades. The lawsuit marks a new chapter in the ongoing debate over the presence of Confederate symbols in public spaces. The monument in question, located in a prominent public area, has been the subject of controversy with various groups arguing that it represents a painful historical legacy of racism and slavery. Others contend it is a vital part of Southern heritage and should remain as a historical … Read more