Nation/World Briefs: Rebel flag ban upheld by judge

 
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Rebel flag ban upheld by judge
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A federal judge threw out a former student’s free speech lawsuit Tuesday, saying a Tennessee school’s ban on Confederate clothing was a reasonable attempt to prevent disruptions because of racial threats at the school. Anderson County High School had banned Tommy Defoe from wearing a belt buckle and T-shirt bearing the Confederate Rebel flag. Defoe’s lawyers say the ruling likely will be appealed.

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