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Texas Judge May Face Charges for Painting Over Racist Courthouse Sign

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After a Black official was forced to work in an office near a “negroes” sign, a judge was seen on video having it painted over. Now he may face charges.

Allison Quinn

News Editor

Published Dec. 31 2020 11:58PM EST

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Allison Quinn

Allison Quinn

News Editor

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