State Reverses Flag Ban at Mass. Housing Complex

The state on Thursday stepped in to reverse a decision by a Massachusetts town's housing authority that barred residents from flying U.S. flags outside their homes.
"We were not aware of this decision when it was made, and it was a mistake that is being corrected immediately," Department of Housing and Community Development spokesman Jason Lefferts said in a statement. "(The agency's) policy for local housing authorities includes not allowing displays of private materials in public areas. This does not extend to respectful and safe displays of the American flag."

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