Confederate flag removed from North Carolina booth at Great American State Fair
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Terry Collins
Summary
A Confederate flag image that appeared on a video display inside the North Carolina booth at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., was removed on June 26 after being highlighted on social media. The display showed split screens of the current North Carolina state flag alongside the Confederate flag. The removal was confirmed by a spokesperson from North Carolina Governor Josh Stein's office.
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The display gained attention after a Spectrum News reporter highlighted it on social media.
A spokesperson from North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein's office has confirmed to USA TODAY.
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