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world29 days ago•20 min saved

Lion and Sun Flag Sparks FIFA-Ban Clash at World Cup in LA

At the World Cup in Los Angeles, FIFA defended its ban on Iran’s pre-revolution Lion and Sun flag inside stadiums, a rule a California court upheld after a challenge by an anti-regime group. Enforcement has been uneven, with fans finding loopholes (such as wrapping the flag as clothing) and protesters displaying the symbol outside venues. The flag has become a focal point in debates over political expression and Iranian identity on the world stage, amid broader World Cup coverage and Los Angeles’ Olympic-stage preparations.

via Politico|

#fifa #flag-ban #iran

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Court ruling looms over pre-revolutionary Iran flag at World Cup opener

A California court will hear a bid to allow pre-revolutionary Iran flags at Iran’s World Cup opener against New Zealand, arguing the flags are protected symbolic speech and challenging FIFA’s ban. If granted, FIFA could appeal, time permitting, potentially affecting other host cities; the decision comes only hours before kickoff and could set precedents for future displays at the tournament.

via The New York Times|

#fifa #flag-ban #injunction

education3 years ago•1 min saved

Anne Arundel County's Flag Ban Proposal Sparks Debate and Controversy

The Anne Arundel County Board of Education voted on amendments to the proposed flag ban in schools. The final decision on the vote won't happen until July 12 at the earliest. If the ban were to pass, flags for a bona fide educational purpose would be permitted, and what would qualify under that bona fide educational purpose would be up to the principal. Carroll County schools chose to enact a similar ban last year.

via WBAL TV Baltimore|

#amendments #anne-arundel-county #board-of-education

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Michigan City Permanently Bans Pride Flags on Public Property During Pride Month

The city council of Hamtramck, Michigan, has voted unanimously to permanently ban the display of Pride flags on public property, along with other "religious, ethnic, racial, political, or sexual orientation group flags." The resolution was brought by council member Mohammed Hassan, who argued that the city should not provide special treatment to any group of people. The ban has been met with opposition from community members who argue that it is an attack on the LGBTQ+ community. The only additional flags that will be allowed are those that represent the city's immigrant heritage.

via CNN|

#flag-ban #hamtramck #lgbtq