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Coral Gables commissioners defer vote on flying Israeli flag after heated public debate
Summary
The Coral Gables City Commission heard hours of public comment both for and against a proposal to raise the Israeli flag at City Hall on Oct. 7, then agreed to continue the discussion and seek broader community input before deciding.
Mayor Vince Lago and commissioners opened a lengthy public discussion over a resolution to raise the flag of the State of Israel at City Hall on Oct. 7, a proposal several residents and clergy urged the commission to reconsider and others urged the commission to approve as a gesture of mourning and solidarity.
The debate drew public speakers on both sides and extensive discussion by commissioners. Supporters described October 7 as an…
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