Students Sue To Wear Rebel Flag T-Shirts

Seven students suspended for wearing Confederate flag shirts have sued a school district, claiming they should be allowed to sport the rebel flag if others can wear Malcolm X shirts.

At least 15 students have been punished for wearing the shirts at Blackville Middle School.

The plaintiffs contend the Barnwell County District 19 dress code, which prohibits “distasteful or disruptive” symbols on clothes, violates free speech rights.