A few found things from the original theolddominion

Template for Liberal Reporters Covering Confederate Flag Stories.

Today in (Southern City and State Name Here) the (Southern City Council, High School, or other government entity, (note: if the NAACP or SPLC have stirred up the issue please make sure to place their name here.) took/confronted (up) the issue of

a. the Confederate Battle Flag flying
b. confederate themed clothing
c. Confederate cemetery
d. Confederate monument
e. any other unmentioned Confederate situation

The Confederate battle flag is a divisive symbol that some say represents the (proud) history and heritage of the South (never mention the Southern ‘people’, it gives them too much influence) while others maintain that the symbol is a reminder of oppression and slavery. Note: If you wish to add a dash of good ole’ boy to your column and some cultural knowledge please use the term ‘Stars and Bars’ when referring to the Confederate battle flag. The ‘Stars and Bars’ and the Confederate battle flag, however, are two different designs and the statement is historically and factually incorrect, but don’t let this deter you from using the term. These articles are not about truth as much as inciting divisiveness and creating the desired effect.

Note:

It is always important, especially if the article deals with the flying of the flag to mention (The Confederate Battle Flag began flying in response to civil rights legislation of the 1960’s. Under no circumstances attempt to offer proof of this as it will only lead people to question the paper and its accuracy)

After giving a general overview of the situation at hand, these sources are appropriate for all articles dealing with the modern Confederate movement.

Progressive sources include:

The SPLC and their Intelligence Project which tracks hate groups across the country
The SPLC offers no proof of any accusation associated with Confederate groups except a man who knew someone who did something when, eventually tracking them to a hate group like the Klan or Neo-Nazis. It is of the utmost importance that you do not quote the SPLC too lengthily. Take quotes if at all possible from Morris Dees or Heidi Beirich without any documentation. The fact that the esteemed SPLC says something is gospel when concerning supposed hate groups and should never be questioned.

The NAACP is the oldest civil rights organization in the country for African-Americans and their word is even more respected than the SPLC. They can always be counted on to create controversy about the Confederate battle flag or join once that controversy has already been created. Under no circumstances mention the resolution against all things Confederate that NAACP put out in 1991 as it will only diminish the effectiveness of your column. Lately the NAACP, especially its leaders, has been associating the Confederate Battle Flag with the Nazi swastika. We suggest you use this tactic when and if at all possible.

Jesse Jackson: Jesse Jackson isn’t a very good source really. He has been dishonored recently with allegations of corruption in his Rainbow Push coalition and funds used to pay for the upkeep of his illegitimate children. But Jesse Jackson can always be counted on to battle the Confederacy whenever and wherever he sees it as advantageous. If you offer him media exposure or money he will be an invaluable asset to your article.

Al Sharpton: Al Sharpton is an almost more disreputable figure than Jesse Jackson. We suggest you only use Sharpton when all other sources have been exhausted.

You will eventually have to find Confederate organizations to denigrate in you article and these sources are excellent. They can be called racist and neo-confederate with out any proof (see SPLC above).

Confederate Sources include:

The League Of the South: The league of the South is an organization who wants to reinstate the constitution as intended by the founders. They no longer believe that their dreams can be realized through the government of the United States and advocate secession.

But be careful: A columnist named Jeremy King recently quoted the League straight from their website and unfortunately used this quote.

The League posted a statement on racism dated June 21. Following is a paragraph, copied verbatim.
"We believe that the last thing the South's enemies want is to see black and white Southerners sitting down together to determine their common destiny and work for authentic harmony, a just social and economic order, and an independent South.
"We can't foretell precisely what that order will look like, but it certainly will not make room for diversity police and political correctness.
"Rather, we hope it will bring the greatest freedom for the greatest number of all races, and good will among them all."
As you can see this staff writer directly quoted the league’s website and inadvertently proved that the league is not a racist organization that wants to reinstate slavery and Jim Crow laws. This is the chance you take when you quote the League of the South directly. It is a better strategy to quote the SPLC than to directly quote Confederates or their movement as shown above.
The Sons of Confederate Veterans: the SCV as they are called cannot be relied on to give racist quotes. They have members of all races in their group and their only qualification is ancestry to a member in the Confederate Army. If you want to throw some dirt around about the SCV it is advisable that you discuss the recent take over by radicals that want to take the organization in a racist path. Look up SSCV, an organization that stated they were trying to save the SCV from becoming a racist organization. This isn’t true, but it matters not when you have a movement called the SSCV. This accusation by former members of the SCV gives the writer of these kinds of articles license to throttle the SCV.
Historical references:
Abraham Lincoln: Abraham Lincoln is the trump card of these articles. Whatever he said is gospel. Mention the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all the slaves. Warning: Do not listen to the Confederates who are trying to defend Dixie when they try to tell you that the Emancipation Proclamation did not free a single slave. We cannot have Lincoln’s character and acts questioned.
Ft. Sumter: Always mention that the Confederates fired on Ft. Sumter and started the War. Give no historical context as to why the Confederates did this. If questioned, only mention pride.
Nathan Bedford Forrest: He was the founder of the Klu Klux Klan. Do not fear when the Confederates offer you historical references and truths that point out his true nature. When speaking of Forrest mention the Fort Pillow massacre. Do not be scared to use this example even though his actions were proven not to be a massacre.
Robert E. Lee: It is best not to mention Robert E. Lee. If the situation arises where you have no other choice but to mention him, do not speak about his character, especially in relation to Sherman and Grant. This will only bring sympathy to the Confederates and make people question their pre-programmed emotional responses to Confederates.
Grant: Always mention Grant in a good light and as a saver of the Union. Never mention his slaves or his burning of the South her treasure and the murder of her people.
Jefferson Davis: Say he was president of the Confederacy. Under no circumstances relate the tale of his black adopted son.
Tone: The tone of these articles must be one of total truth. Remember, all things discussed in this article are settled history and are never to be questioned. If you were to discuss the flag flying over the state house in South Carolina, say that it was done in response to civil rights legislation (see above). Do not mention the anniversary of the Confederate states. This is settled history. Always quote the SPLC and the NAACP as if they are beyond reproach. Never mention any of their reasons for starting these battles, it is not advantageous. Their motivations are not to be called into question. Try to find a quote by a Confederate supporter that is benign if that is the tact you want your article to take. If you want an explosive one, we refer to the above, only quoting the SPLC and the NAACP. Always be derisive toward the supporters of the Confederacy if you mention them at all. It is best to not let their voice be heard, but if you feel you must then a tone of contempt at their audacity is best.
With this template you should be able to cull the information, sources, and historical facts necessary to create the proper derision of Confederates and their dislike for modern American statism. After this article you should be well on you way to making a name for yourself in liberal circles and will soon start climbing the journalistic ladder.
By the Assassinating Press, August 2005