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The article from Richmond.com discusses the ongoing debate over the potential renaming of the Ginter Park neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia, due to its namesake, Lewis Ginter, who was a prominent tobacco magnate and Confederate soldier. The controversy stems from Ginter's historical ties to the Confederacy and his role in the tobacco industry, which some residents and activists argue glorifies a painful part of American history. The neighborhood's civic association has been considering a name change for several years, with some residents supporting the move as a step towards reconciliation and others opposing it, citing historical preservation and community identity. The discussion reflects broader national conversations about how to address monuments and names linked to controversial figures from the past.

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[ https://richmond.com/news/local/article_3c4b7eaa-0cb7-4ffa-8278-551b1cfe4ec4.html ]