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Sons of Confederate Veterans

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by: TXSG Active Indicator LED Icon 1 OP 
~ 8 years ago   Jul 8, '15 5:21pm  
As a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, this is what we believe and stand for. Just because ONE murdering lunatic happened to have pictures with the flag DOES NOT mean we are all like him or he expresses our views.1) The Sons of Confederate Veterans is a 501(c) (3) tax- exempt corporation recognized by the United States government as a veterans' advocacy group. We are strictly patriotic, historical, educational, fraternal, benevolent, non-political, non-racial, & non-sectarian organization organized exclusively for charitable, religious, education, and scientific purposes.2) The SCV denounces all forms of racism and anyone who misuses our ancestors' Battle Flag. We mourn the recent hateful shooting in Charleston, South Carolina just as we do any act of violence against innocent people.3) The SCV has members from many demographics in the Sons of Confederate Veterans, whose ancestors regardless of their race, color or creed served honorably in the Confederate armed services. We have no animosity towards anyone and only wish to live peacefully with all people; however, we will not tolerate the vitriol attacks upon us and our ancestors. We extend our hands in brotherhood to all Americans and expect the same respect and behavior in return.4) Confederate Soldiers, Sailors, and Marines are American veterans designated by an act of Congress in U.S. Public Law 85-425: Sec. 410 approved 23 May 1958. They deserve the same respect as all American veterans and we believe that an attack on one set of veterans is an attack on all American veterans.5) We do not impede honoring the ancestors or heroes of any group of people and we expect the same tolerance and understanding of diversity extended to us. We don't want to remove statues or memorials to the heroes of any of our fellow Americans nor do we have any inclination to block or protest celebrations of anyone's heroes or symbols. All Americans deserve equal protection and respect under the law.6) We want to recognize, not antagonize. We are not confrontational; we just wish to honor our families and their heroes. We have the right to do so without harassment or condemnation as we respect other people's rights to honor whomever they desire.7) The Confederate flag stands for history, heritage, and genuine pride in our ancestors and in our Southland. We are the rightful heirs to this soldier's flag and we denounce anyone who will misuse it and any other symbol. We are not bigots and we despise anyone who harbors these beliefs.8) Please contact your state, local, and national elected officials and demand that we won't tolerate any attacks on our heritage. In addition, please contact merchants who have removed Confederate merchandise and tell them that we consider this cultural cleansing. 4951
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doddlebug Active Indicator LED Icon 17
~ 8 years ago   Jul 8, '15 6:48pm  
As a former member (and I plan to rejoin) of the Daughters of the Confederacy I fully support what you have stated. 4951
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donnatella Active Indicator LED Icon 13 Forum Moderator
~ 8 years ago   Jul 8, '15 6:59pm  
Well, years ago, i was a member of the DAR and the United Daughters of the Confederacy, after my parents traced the family tree back far enough to qualify. I let my memberships lapse. Not something you can put on a resume and my friends weren't members and it just wasn't much fun.
 
No longer seems very PC, plus I don't have time to attend meetings and events. 4951
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donnatella Active Indicator LED Icon 13 Forum Moderator
~ 8 years ago   Jul 8, '15 7:40pm  
What aggravated me the most was that they insisted on addressing you ONLY by your married name. You were "Mrs. John Smith" or "Mrs. Smith" as if your own identity completely vanished when you married. Address me by MY name not the man I married's name. I am me...an equal partner to him. I do not, nor will I ever, walk behind him or blend so far that I don't stand out as an individual.
 
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