Controversy Erupts Over Gadsden Flag Patch on Colorado Student's Backpack

A 12-year-old student in Colorado Springs was removed from class at The Vanguard School for having a Gadsden flag patch on his backpack. The school staff member claimed that the flag had origins with slavery and was disruptive to the classroom environment. The student's mother argued that the flag symbolized the American Revolution and did not promote slavery. The school cited reports linking the flag to racism and intolerance, while the mother questioned the school's policy and pointed out other students with patches on their backpacks. The school has not yet responded to requests for comment.