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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Franklin alderman’s Juneteenth comments creating controversy

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Franklin Alderman Gabrielle Hanson is creating controversy following an email she sent to the CEO of Nashville International Airport (BNA), urging the airport’s board to reconsider their support of a Franklin-based coalition’s upcoming Juneteenth event.

The Franklin Justice and Equity Coalition is set to host a Juneteenth celebration on June 17 in downtown Franklin.

In her email, Hanson urged the airport’s board of directors to discontinue their support of the Franklin Justice & Peace Coalition.