Save walton county Georgia monuments

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#1

I am proud of the heritage walton county holds. We have a wonderful group of citizens and we refuse to allow anyone to come in and destroy it.

John Glanton (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#7

I believe that history should be preserved in its entirety, taught truthfully, and used to create a "more perfect union". I believe that historical figures should not be judged by current standards, and that their accomplishments and contributions to establishing our nation should be acknowledged and appreciated. It should also be recognized that they were human, and lived according to the standards of their time, even as they sought change and improvement.
And, I believe that special interest groups should not be allowed to impose their opinions on the majority. Change should be done in an orderly, legal fashion, and not through violence and intimidation. All citizens should have a voice in such decisions, by the election process.

Jean Linder (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#9

Im signing to preserve history. This monument is for a group not a imdividual

Brian Harbin (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#15

I’m signing because I raised my family in Walton and my grandchildren still live there. The removal would be wrong. Save our history.

Angela Smith (Dahlonega, 2020-06-27)

#16

This should not be taken down. This is a historical statue.

Kerrisa Granados (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#18

These monuments are all of our history. Some good , some bad. Either way they teach and remind us of our past ancestors who loved and fought for every right that each of us have. Let's our children and grandchildren have that same right to be able to see for themselves the fight that the USA has had to go thru to get where we are today. Because if not as it is said, "History WILL repeat itself."

Wanda Schroth (Oxford, 2020-06-27)

#19

I’m signing this because it’s important to keep the historical remembrance for the future. Tearing down history isn’t going to solve anything. People have to change because of our history but never should we erase it.

Lucia Hollis (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#25

I am signing because I want to preserve our history for future generations and to show respect for those who have fought and died for our country.

Alan Abercrombie (Social Circle, 2020-06-27)

#27

This is part of Walton county history. This monument came to light by some hard working women to commemorate their fathers.

Todd Leachmon (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#28

We need these monuments for historical sake. Do not take down our monuments.

Melanie Parsons (Loganville, 2020-06-27)

#34

It is important to maintain history, controversial or not, it helps us remember the past.

Monica Truluck (Lawrenceville, 2020-06-27)

#35

I believe in preserving history

Kristy Jones (Loganville, 2020-06-27)

#36

Can’t erase history!

Ellen St Aubin (Walton, 2020-06-27)

#44

Its history not hate

Kevin Shepard (Walnutgrove, 2020-06-27)

#47

I am a native of Walton county and it pains me to see our history dismantled! History is what has made us who we are today, how will we learn not to repeat it if we don’t keep our monuments And statues as reminders of how NOT to act

April Walker (Covington, 2020-06-27)

#51

It's not right to rip away white people's past. And to have Black peoples past untouched and praised.

Jennifer Edmondson (monore, 2020-06-27)

#60

I absolutely believe slavery was wrong but I had ancestors on both sides and I am proud of my heritage and the lessons the majority have learned and as a reminder that we all still have a long way to go.

Julie Allen (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#66

I believe in preserving our history and heritage for the education of future generations.

Steve Merka (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#68

It needs to stay. The ones that thinks it needs to go, Well, they need to go. This is not about color, it is about the ones who made the sacrifice for Our Freedom.

Sharon Jett (Social Circle, 2020-06-27)

#69

It's American history, you can't erase history.

Richard Jett (Social Circle, 2020-06-27)

#73

We must preserve our history for future generations to learn from.

Chrystal Owens (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#76

The monuments that everybody's trying to take down and destroy are historical monuments that from our ancestors and everybody in history have created and put into place for they serve their time they gave everything that they had to make this land free that's what these monuments stand for historically meanings.

Chad Clack (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#78

It’s apart of history. It represents the men and women who lost their lives. Are you going to quit teaching history in school too because people are sensitive?

Brittany Maxey (Mansfield, 2020-06-27)

#86

I have lived in Monroe almost 39 years now. This is part of our town and always will be. Please do not remove it. It is part of our history......

Tabitha Coke (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#87

I enjoy history its part of our Nation .

Mark Page (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#88

This monuments were put up for very good reasons and we treasure our history.

Lisa Ogg (Lawrenceville, 2020-06-27)

#89

It is part of the nation's history and should be used to learn from not destroy and hide from our history

Anna Marino (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#90

I believe you can't scream equal right's by tearing down or demolishing anything, and everything that means so much to so many, but turn around, and let all the other parties Memorial's stand...How is that equal??? the fair way would atleast be a vote for the residents of the County!!!

sandy moody (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#91

It's part of our history.

Paul Smith (Loganville, 2020-06-27)

#92

The removal of historical monuments has been one of the first steps toward socialism. Also, these monuments are a part of our heritage and should not be removed or defaced.

Rick Baker (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#98

One small faction should not be permitted to dictate what happens to our history. Many Walton County families suffered the loss of loved ones in this war and this should never be forgotten or minimized.

Pamela Scire (West Palm Beach, 2020-06-27)

#102

It is history. Those who forget are doomed to repeat.

Andy King (Oxford (Walton Resident), 2020-06-27)

#103

I am signing because we need to protect the monuments that remind us of our past and to pay tribute to those that lost their lives!

Tommy Hart Jr. (Oxford, 2020-06-27)

#105

I believe in preserving our history for education.

Tally Fischer (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#106

This Is Our right and Our heritage. Plus it Doesn't have anything on it about the CONFEDERACY!! If this monument comes down then so shall the MLK BLVD street signs in our town!!

Dawn Hester (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#109

Enough is enough. Tire of hearing I’m offended by this, I’m offended by that, The monuments, the system, my color, the police are keeping me oppressed, yet this same people are the ones that are not doing anything to improve their life’s style. I am a Hispanic male that grew up in a very poor situation in El Salvador. No electricity and no running water. Fish, hunt and farm to be able to have 3 meals a day. I work since I was 7years old until God bless my family and we were able to get a green card yes we came here the legal way, at 12 years old. I went to school learned the language and as I grew older I learned work skills. Now I’m very proud to be an American citizen by choice, home owner and making over 6 figures a year. The monuments don’t offend me because I’m not a sheep, I would love if our community leaders would save the monuments to show our future generations the history of this country and put a stop to this nonsense. What’s next the illegal immigration will say that they are offended because they don’t have voting rights and we will just give it to them?

Cristian Medrano (Loganville, 2020-06-27)

#113

Its part of our states history

britteny Palmer (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#116

This American History and should never be removed, like all history it’s apart of us...

Andrea Miller (Oxford, 2020-06-27)

#117

Statues are factual history

Josh George (Loganville, 2020-06-27)

#118

I believe the monument’s should stay up!!!

Kelley Holcombe (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#122

To save our history

Jeff Tillery (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#123

It's our heritage. Our monuments were not built by slaves like the Egyptians. Nobody is trying to destroy the pyramids, or the Sphinx.

Laurie Miller (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#124

They are ALL a part of our American history!!!
It's time the schools get back to teaching about our history, not destroying it!!!

Gay Ganser (Vero Beach, 2020-06-27)

#129

it's a part of my childhood, most importantly it's a part of history.
Leave it alone.. lock up anyone that tries to vandalise it!

Gina Rudder (Covington, 2020-06-27)

#134

My late husband’s great grandfather was a soldier in the Civil War.

Margaret McGuffey (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#137

These are MONUMENTS OF HISTORY! IF YOURE BUTT HURT ABOUT THE PAST, GET OVER IT AND JOIN US TO CHANGE IT! TAKING DOWN THESE MONUMENTS ARENT GOING TO DO A DAMN THING BUT CAUSE MORE UPROAR. LEAVE EVERYTHING ALONE!

Sylvia Sorrells (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#139

I believe history should never be destroyed.

Gracie Albury (Monroe, 2020-06-27)

#143

Im signing because its our history it should stay for our youth and so fourth to learn .

Jessica Sutton (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#148

It’s a part of history and it represents sacrifices to get us were we are today

Michael Hall (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#151

I don’t think we should remove our history.

Sandra Hefner (Loganville, 2020-06-28)

#155

Confederate Monuments Matter #CMM

David Kay (Rome, 2020-06-28)

#159

I’m signing because I love my town and love the history of my town..

Ernest Greene (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#161

I believe in preserving history in it’s entirety. It may be ugly and embarrassing but it can be a symbol of how we have grown. So many are wanting to erase it because it’s a reminder of the hate and pain of many. They are focused only on the negative. We should focus on what we, as a society, have accomplished. It’s important to remember the history so we can plan for the future.

Lisa Clark (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#162

I think it's crazy to be taking down part of our history so leave it alone

Linda Fox Mcdaniel (Good Hope Ga, 2020-06-28)

#164

Keep our history intact

Linda Hester (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#167

It's part of our history and heritage of our County

Billy Studdard (Good Hope, 2020-06-28)

#170

I feel that history should be preserved.

Wendy Cooper (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#172

I want to keep our history in tact. That goes for Stone Mountain face as well!

Debra Brown (Loganville, 2020-06-28)

#173

We should not remove anything that represents part of our history! We should all remember our past is our past and move forward! Somethings stand to remind us where we once were and not to go back!

Megan Chambers (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#176

These monuments are a part of history and I can’t believe it’s even in question of being taken down. What a shame this world has come to.

Grayson Callaway (Loganville, 2020-06-28)

#177

Our monuments are homage to the past. They remind us of how far we have come as humans. To me they are a testament to those who gave their lives fighting for what they believed in...

Leah Jensen (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#181

I believe in honoring the monuments and the people that had them erected.

Jason Jasos (Taylorsville, 2020-06-28)

#183

I live in this town and am proud that we have history here. My son and I have read every detail in these statue and not just here. This history should not be removed it should be there for all to see.

Donna Mcmullen (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#186

We need to preserve history!

Denise Beck (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#190

I feel like our heritage is being wiped out. Ours is just as important as everyone's. These men and women have families blood or community! We are proud of them all!

Cynthia Cantrell (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#191

This is America and I want to keep it that way.

Michael Wright (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#195

History needs to be preserved and bravery needs to be honored.

Richard Reynolds (Monroe, 2020-06-28)

#198

As a citizen of Walton County I feel that our history needs to be preserved.

Donna Maughon (Oxford, 2020-06-28)