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NASCAR bans Confederate flag from all events

By Anthony Leonardi
Published June 10, 2020 9:16pm ET
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NASCAR bans Confederate flag from all events
NASCAR said athletes have a right to "peacefully express one's opinions." The organization said, "Sports are a unifying influence in our society, bringing people of differing backgrounds and beliefs together. Our respect for the national anthem has always been a hallmark of our pre-race events." (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) | Charles Krupa

NASCAR will no longer allow the Confederate flag to fly at any of its events.

On Wednesday, the U.S. racing company alerted followers on social media that it will ban the flag amid nationwide protests against racism and police violence following the death of George Floyd.

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