Weigh-in: Do you think Albert Lea should change its name?

Published 4:25 pm Friday, June 26, 2020

By Staff Reports

Albert Miller Lea's granddaughters Lila Lea and Jessie Roberts look at Lea's portrait during a visit to Colonel Days in 1941. - Photo courtesy Freeborn County Historical Museum
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In light of recent discussion surrounding Albert Lea’s namesake and his history later as a Confederate officer, we want to hear your thoughts on whether you think Albert Lea should consider changing its name. Let us know what you think.

Do you think Albert Lea should change its name?

  • Strongly disagree (63%, 408 Votes)
  • Never gave it a thought (12%, 78 Votes)
  • Strongly agree (12%, 75 Votes)
  • Disagree (6%, 42 Votes)
  • Neutral (4%, 26 Votes)
  • Agree (3%, 19 Votes)

Total Voters: 648

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