Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Advocates Removal of Confederate Flag from State House

CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce advocates the removal of the Confederate flag from the State House grounds and joins local and state leadership as well as our governor in finding a swift solution to do so.

The Charleston Metro Chamber further believes that the flags of the state of South Carolina and the United States of America, representing the sovereignty under which the state of South Carolina exists, should be the only flags displayed at the State House.

“Just as we did in 1999 when the Charleston Metro Chamber led local efforts to remove the flag from atop the State House, we feel that the flag belongs in a place of historical reference,” said Bryan Derreberry, President and CEO. “It is in the interest of all who live and work here that we show our ability to unite under the flag that is representative of everyone.”

The Charleston Metro Chamber believes that the removal of the flag is representative of the unification and collaboration of our region’s citizens, businesses and leaders to act for the greater good of all South Carolinians.
About the Charleston Metro Chamber

With more than 1,600 member organizations representing 125,000 professionals, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce serves as the collective voice of the business community and a catalyst for advancing the region’s economy and enhancing members’ success through Advocacy, Innovation, Talent and Business Advancement. Visit charlestonchamber.net.