Racism will not pass! Microsoft has banned the use of the Confederate flag in Forza games

The cosmetic element is removed from all products in the series.

Microsoft in the official profile of the support service Forza announced a ban on use Confederate States of America flag as a decoration for vehicles in Forza Horizon and Forza Motorsport games. The reason for this decision is the fight against racism, and the desire to make the Microsoft product more friendly for players.

The Confederate flag is now causing a lot of controversy. Since the days of the Civil War, it was considered a sign of the legacy of the southern US states, but now, thanks to its use by racist groups, it has become more a symbol of racial intolerance. Some time ago, he was banned in NASCAR races. This decision is a consequence of the death of George Floyd and subsequent protests.

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