Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard revised its policy on displaying hate symbols after criticism over using the term "potentially divisive" to describe symbols like swastikas and nooses. The new policy now explicitly bans these symbols, stating they are prohibited as hate symbols.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Coast Guard initially called symbols like swastikas and nooses "potentially divisive."
- This approach replaced a 2019 description of them as "widely identified with oppression or hatred."
- After public and political backlash, the policy was changed again.
- The new policy bans divisive or hate symbols, including nooses and swastikas.
- The Coast Guard states this policy aims to prevent hate-based symbols.
- This revision occurred after criticism from figures like Democratic Senator Jacky Rosen.
