Confederate Statues Still Standing in U.S. Capitol

The video discusses the presence of Confederate statues in the US Capitol, highlighting the complex process of replacing them. Each state can choose two statues to display, leading to a mix of historical figures. Efforts to replace Confederate statues have been met with varying success, with some states taking action while others have not. Legislative attempts to mandate the removal of these statues have faced opposition, with debates centering on state rights and historical preservation.

Which state is represented by Thomas Edison in the US Capitol?

• Virginia

• Hawaii

• Ohio

• Florida

What action did Virginia take regarding its Confederate statue?

• Moved it to a museum

• Decided to keep it unchanged

• Replaced it with a statue of Barbara Rose Johns

• Replaced it with a statue of Thomas Edison

Which state has two Confederate statues in the US Capitol?

• Mississippi

• Alabama

• Virginia

• Arkansas

What was the outcome of the House bill regarding Confederate statues?

• It was vetoed by the President

• It was rejected by the House

• It was passed by the House but not voted on by the Senate

• It was passed by both the House and Senate

What is Mitch McConnell's stance on the removal of Confederate statues?

• He supports federal intervention to remove them

• He believes it should be a state decision

• He wants to replace them with modern figures

• He has no opinion on the matter