Removal of controversial symbols

Controversial symbols, such as Confederate monuments and streets named after contentious historical figures, are increasingly being questioned and, in some cases, removed entirely, as has been seen inHouston,San Jose, andCharlottesville, Virginia, among others. There is also a push for a more equitable distribution of street names, statues, and other features in public spaces that reflect the history of marginalized or underrepresented groups. Read the December 2017 Planning article, "Monumental Concerns," to learn how different communities answered the call to take down Confederate statues.