NBC 15 – A faith-based advocacy organization is calling on Alabama leaders to eliminate three Confederate holidays recognized by the state.

Faith in Action Alabama has launched a petition and letter-writing campaign urging Governor Kay Ivey, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter and Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger to remove Confederate Memorial Day, Robert E. Lee Day and Jefferson Davis’ Birthday from Alabama’s holiday calendar.

Executive Director Daniel Schwartz said the effort is part of the organization’s broader mission of addressing systemic racism and expanding opportunities for Alabamians.

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