Tag: State Flag

Newburyport residents want the City Council to replace the Massachusetts flag and seal, saying they promote the state's racist past. The Council received a resolution on February 27 urging their acceptance of the Special Commission Regarding the Seal and Motto of the Commonwealth, according to the Newburyport. Proposal To Change State Emblem The Commission advised modifying the state's emblem and flag to reflect its diverse population. The General Government Committee voted 9-2 to refer the measure the same day. According to Newburyport residents Marianna Vesey and Linda Lu Burciaga, 55 other cities have...