"Minnesota's State Flag Search Sparks Debate and Unveils Finalists at Mall of America"

Minnesota residents are engaging in a debate over the state's official flag, criticizing its legibility and aesthetic appeal. The flag features a cluttered design with a pioneer, a Native American man, and various symbols. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, a member of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe, has refused to use the flag or seal due to its depiction of Native Americans being driven off their land. Efforts are underway to retire the flag and redesign it to better represent the state.