The committee that selected the names included Feinstein on the list because as mayor in 1984 she replaced a vandalized Confederate flag that was part of a long-standing flag display in front of City Hall. When the flag was pulled down a second time, she did not replace it.
“I want to ensure people this in no way cancels or erases history,” San Francisco Board of Education President Gabriela Lopez said, commenting specifically about Feinstein and the wider group as well. “But it does shift from upholding them and honoring them, and these opportunities are a great way to have that conversation about our past and have an opportunity to uplift new voices.”
In a statement, CAIR-Houston President and Chairman of Board of Directors John Floyd, Attorney, said:
“Texas Muslim Capitol Day is one of the most important civic engagement efforts that CAIR Houston leads every other year. TMCD opens the door for our community members to actively participate in the legislative session and learn how to make a productive effort in shaping legislation. Now more than ever, despite challenges of COVID restrictions, it is critical that our community advocates for issues that impact our communities and the the entire State of Texas.” With the most recent elections, Texas saw a substantial increase in Muslim civic engagement and voter participation. During meetings with lawmakers, participants will be requesting consideration of the following bills: .
State lawmaker from Houston files bill to end Confederate Heroes Day in Texas
The Texas Legislature passed the measure in 1973, more than 100 years after the end of the Civil War. Author: Adam Bennett Updated: 6:05 PM CST January 19, 2021
HOUSTON Some state lawmakers are hoping to end Confederate Heroes Day, a holiday that gives some state employees a paid day off.
State Rep. Jarvis Johnson, D-Houston, filed House Bill 36 to get rid of Confederate Heroes Day. His previous attempt in the 2019 session never made it to a vote.
“This is a part of our past that should be relegated to the history books and not celebrated,” said Rep. Johnson, during a virtual press conference Tuesday afternoon.