Statues of civil rights leader Daisy Bates and iconic country singer Johnny Cash are set to replace existing figures at the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall. The decision reflects Arkansas's choice to honor two of its most celebrated figures. These new sculptures will replace older, more controversial statues, marking a significant update in the representation from Arkansas.
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Sculptures of civil rights leader Daisy Bates and iconic musician Johnny Cash will replace obscure figures at Statuary Hall in the U.S. Capitol. https://t.co/c9KFQedZXr
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Statues of civil rights leader Daisy Bates and country singer Johnny Cash -- two of Arkansas' most celebrated icons -- are headed to Washington, D.C., to represent the state in a U.S. Capitol display. https://t.co/9YBQAQ8T9i
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