NASCAR just released a shocking statement to some, supporting the movement to take down the Confederate flag from the South Carolina Statehouse grounds.
NASCAR also reiterated its stance that while it discourages its use, it will not ban the flag from being flown by fans during race weekends.
#NASCAR releases statement about the #ConfederateFlag and @NASCAR. pic.twitter.com/WiFDzx0JcG
— Chris | WBTV Web (@ChrisDotWeb) June 23, 2015
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley called on state legislators Monday to pass a bill to remove the flag from the Statehouse grounds five days after nine African-American church members were shot to death by Dylan Roof at EAME Church in Charleston.