Virginia Replaces Holiday Commemorating Confederate Generals

The Virginia House of Delegates has decided to replace Lee Jackson Day, a holiday honoring Confederate generals, with Election Day. This change reflects ongoing debates about Confederate history and its association with racism. The decision comes amid controversies over Confederate statues, which are legally protected as war memorials. Political figures like Governor Ralph Northam and Delegate Joe Lindsey support the change, viewing it as a step towards a more inclusive future.

What event in 2017 highlighted the controversy surrounding Confederate statues?

What is the significance of making Election Day a holiday according to Virginia delegate Joe Lindsey?