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Monday, 30 July 2018

Rename Austin? A report suggests taking a closer look at city's Confederate legacy

The city of Austin was named after Stephen F. Austin, who is referred to as the "Father of Texas." But a report released last week by the city's Equity Office raised the issue that Austin had been a staunch supporter of slavery.

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