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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
why is flying a confederate flag controversial?
<|assistant|>
Flying a confederate flag is often controversial because it is viewed by many as a symbol of racism, hate, and slavery. It is a symbol that is often seen to commemorate the values of the confederacy and to some, it can be seen as an endorsement of past discrimination against African-Americans.