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…their ranks. Other Krewes adapted, welcoming Black locals to join, though some did so begrudgingly. For instance, the Cleopatra parade threw some beads with the Confederate flag on them in recent years, and other racist throws have been frequently thrown from floats.

Why Black People Celebrate Mardi Gras The Way We Do
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