Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan Stirs Controversy Over Race and History

Flanagan's remarks on systemic racism and support for statue removal spark debates as she stands by Governor Walz's leadership.

Peggy Flanagan criticized Minnesota's racial inequalities, stating it is only a good place to live for White people.
She described the state government as a vehicle of genocide against people of color and Indigenous communities.
Flanagan supported the removal of a Christopher Columbus statue during the George Floyd protests.
Her comments have drawn mixed reactions, highlighting her strong stance on racial justice and historical reckoning.
Flanagan could become Minnesota's first Native American governor if Walz wins the vice presidency.