The Southeastern Conference has entered into the hotly-contested debate surrounding Mississippi’s state flag, and provided an ultimatum of sorts on Thursday.
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey issued a statement regarding the Mississippi state flag, which is the only flag in the United States to still feature the Confederate flag symbol. Sankey urged state leaders to change it or allow Mississippi’s student-athletes to suffer the penalty.
“It is past time for change to be made to the flag of the State of Mississippi,” Sankey said. “Our students deserve an opportunity to learn and compete in environments that are inclusive and welcoming to all.