![]() Graham Denton, who’s lived in Monroe most of his life, views the statue as a symbol of oppression. Petitioners want the statue down because they say it represents a man glorified for his role in genocide, speaking of the atrocities Custer committed against the Native Americans. There’s now a petition pushing to remove Custer’s statue from the city. ![]() ![]() We all hate going there,” says Katybeth Davis. “He’s centered in the middle of downtown Monroe as it’s centerpiece. But it’s his role in other parts of American history that’s sparking criticism from many in Monroe, saying this statue doesn’t represent their values. Many associate General Custer with victory for the North during the Civil War. Now, many are saying its time for it to go. The statue of General George Custer, whose wife was from Monroe, has been there for more than 100 years. (WXYZ) - A historic statue in the city of Monroe is at the center of a debate over racism and representation.
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