The John H. Reagan Camp #2156, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Texas Division, Palestine, Texas, are building a Confederate Veterans Memorial Plaza.  They are building it under a tree, which according to oral history, was used for lynchings.

This 100 foot by 60 foot “park” is across the street from the current veterans memorial park.

Here is an artist rendition of the [ark.

You can’t help but notice that there’s no American flag flying there.

The Palestine Branch of NAACP is planning a peaceful protest tomorrow.  The Texas Coalition of Black Democrats is asking for help but wants to make is very clear that this is a peaceful protest.

Order of Business

There will be a march to the Confederate Park and back to the Farmers Market beginning at 9:00 a.m.  After the march, a Peace Rally will be held with various guest speakers at the Farmers Market.  The Farmers Market will be open for the rally until 4:00 p.m.

Expectations:

All participants are expected be peaceful at all times.  If you feel that you can not remain peaceful, our cause would be better served with your absence.

I can’t be there but if you are anywhere in the area, please go.  Please be peaceful and respectful of the wishes of the Coalition of Black Democrats.

Thanks to Cecil for the heads up.