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Constitutional Law

Apr. 26, 2003

Inflammatory Acts

Forum Column - By Charles S. Doskow - The burning cross may be the most reviled symbol in the United States - perhaps tied with the swastika. It is identified universally with racism and violence and is the object of many state and local laws that seek its prohibition. Placed in the yard of a minority, particularly an African-American, it is perceived as a personal threat.

        Forum Column
        
        By Charles S. Doskow
        
        The burning cross may be the most reviled symbol in the United States - perhaps tied with the swastika. It is identified universally with racism and violence and...

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