Boston city hall denies Christian flag, but allows LGBT flags
The city of Boston allows any group to schedule an event at the city council plaza and fly their flag next to the American flag . Any kind of group, that is, unless the group or flag is Christian. Gay “pride” flags, transgender flags , Chinese Progressive Association flags, National Juneteenth Observance Foundation flags, and the national flags of any country, including communist countries, have flown over City Hall. But when Camp Constitution applied to have their day at the flagpole and speak on Christianity’s contribution to U.S. history, flying the Christian flag was specifically denied. In September, Camp Constitution planned to bring speakers to highlight the influence of Christianity on American freedom and rule of law. The camp’s leaders wanted to offer faith-based ideas for racial reconciliation. Camp Constitution applied to the city in July and gave several possible dates, including September 7, 14, or 25. The city responded September 8 with a rejection lett