Do you stand for the flag? Why or why not?

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HighValue · Accepted Answer

Yes, but I have noticed that some teachers took the flag down and hide it in the cabinet at work even though it is required by state law to be displayed in the classroom.

BLP11520 · Accepted Answer

I am a veteran I better get my ass up

ohsheeT · Answer

Yes of course I do. Because I have to think back from way back when to this day and I stand for all the real politicians who took pride in America and they did what they thought was best I take pride in all the men and women in our armed forces that have been killed so we could do the things that we do here I take pride in all the people who built something when vented something to make us great I take pride for us all the little people who keep this country going knowing that our government is fucking us up somehow and taking us on a wild ride even though I don't like a lot of things that are going on today in this world that flag means something to me too many people have sacrificed and sacrificed over and over to make this country a better place there has been a lot of unsung heroes that we don't even hear of on the things that they have done to make this a better country so no matter how angry I get because where we're being led I will also protect that flag I will do whatever I have to do to make sure the kids today have a better tomorrow because of that flag and what it represents

Bratsondanielle · Answer

Of course I do. And I stand for the national anthem too. Only morons are like "oohhh we have to kneel because...(reason)

Was it something about black people selling other black people as slaves after which white people freed the slaves and set them free

... I think it's something like that or something equally idiotic

Whatthefluff · Answer

No, I'm not a nationalist. When we had to do that propaganda in school, at the end, I'd stand up but I wouldn't cross my chest.

I'm grateful that I was born American but I see past blind faith. It would be naive for me to feel pride in something with a past and present I did not choose.

dragoblack · Answer

I get it, and i thank those who serve... but the state of the country as it is now is why i dont stand. I like my country, But not the oligarchy that runs it and is running it into the ground because they think middle class makes $500,000 a year. They are so out of touch with the reality because they believe if corporations are doing well, then the working class is doing well, so we can ignore the working class. Our government takes donations (bribes) and makes bills specifically made for those donators. They have already expressed how they feel about the working class and its obvious politicians think themselves nobles/royals.

I pledge not to blindly follow my country, but to work to guide it to a progressive future

Lliam · Answer

Meh. I always feel like a trained monkey when I do. I don't like being manipulated, coerced, or subjected to pressure to conform.

I love this country. I'm quite familiar with its history, both wonderful and terrible.

My problem with the flag is when it's used to promote militarism and jingoism.

RangerBlue22 · Answer

If you don’t like America feel free to leave. I’ll help you pack.

I have traveled to many different countries. America isn’t perfect nor ever will be. But honestly it’s overall the best when it comes to quality of life for a very populated and complex country.

SnowedIn · Answer

I do. Part of it is upbringing. Part of it is a mark of respect to the larger thing that is our nation. Part of it is my Military service. But, here's the thing: I wore the uniform so that I can stand and you can kneel. I genuinely believe you do you. I'm not offended by those who don't or won't stand for it.

BigschlongEnergy · Answer

I was the guy that didn’t stand for the pledge of allegiance So My guess would be no teacher didn’t like that I didn’t stand but there wasn’t anything she could do about it as It’s well within my constitutional rights to Not participate in pledge of allegiance

NathanDavis · Answer

yes, for both of my flags...  why? because it meant a lot to my great-grandma and she always had both at her hacienda... brings me all kinds of good memories

Sour-rose · Answer

Ey, i love the USA. fun as fuk and great place. But i only stood up because it was the thing we do in school. I'm not a kid anymore. I don't need to stand anymore because everyone else is standing. Nor do i need to pledge.

DJB72 · Answer

No.

First Commandment: I am the Lord your God, you shall have no other Gods before me. Swearing allegiance to the flag and the Republic puts both of those ahead of my allegiance to God

Also I'm not American

Miristheiss · Answer

Sure, at the appropriate times, like when I was in school and we said the pledge and if the national anthem is being played at some event.

I would never "protest" the flag if that is what you are getting at.

1User12345 · Answer

I have been elsewhere and served in the army all that said they were leaving are still here so if you all are running down our country hoss you're standing on the fighting side of me for all the men and women that fought and died to keep us free so let's all stand-up and salute and ring the liberty bell

andreasderjuengere · Answer

I find it to be an outdated ritual. I like ''my'' place, or I don't - a rag on a pole will not make a difference to it. I won't hurt the feelings of simple people, though. Well - kind of :)

DESTROYER997956 · Answer

Yes. My country to me is my mother. I do it willingly and feel proud in doing so. But just an advice for someone who does not. Well firstly it is pretty shameful. Secondly think about all the brave warriors that laid down their lives before us without thinking about them or their family for our country. If not anything can't we stand up and pay our respect at least for that cause?

MCheetah · Answer

Depends on the flag.  The American one, yes.  The Korean flag, probably.  The rainbow flag? Hell no!

CateM · Answer

Of course! I'm a proud American. Long live the United States of America! 🇺🇸

Sixgunsound · Answer

If it’s socially acceptable to take a knee, I don’t see why it couldn’t be socially acceptable to take a stand.

sunny02 · Answer

Because there are many people who died so I can have the freedoms I enjoy

jennifer_bloom · Answer

I take no pride in Canada but I love Canadian people.

BlueScorpio · Answer

Yea we use to the pledge when I was in school.

Agape93 · Answer

Nope. The USA does not have my allegiance, it has not earned it.

AviatorTom · Answer

I stand... it shows respect for my country and for those who died protecting it.

AngryCarl · Answer

I'm with Clegane. Fuck the flag.

exitseven · Answer

Yes, and I remove my hat. It is a show of respect.

Surely · Answer

It is more out of respect for the people that gave their lives so we could have the life that we have now!

Iron_Man · Answer

I Stand tall

Andres77 · Answer

It’s not a piece of cloth. its symbolic of what our nation could be.

Sixgun77 · Answer

I love the constitution and the country the founders built. I signed up for the military to defend that constitution. That's why I stand for it.

HippieVeganJewslim · Answer

No. That’s idolatry. I worship the Lord who created the Universe, not a piece of cloth.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Yes. Its out respect for the country and the people that fought and died for it.

SmokinAces2000 · Answer

No because this country has never gave a shit about me and I’m not obligated to do anything

Passing_by · Answer

Would prefer not to. It's just a non living entity.

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. a lot of people died defending that flag.

Apraxia · Answer

I refuse to stand for the flag.

purplepoppy · Answer

It's not something we do in the uk

jshm2 · Answer

That shit be brainwashing by stealth

IveGotNoName · Answer

No. I'm not American.

KLTheErudite7229 · Answer

Was forced to do that in middle/high school.

bolverk · Answer

That has never been a thing in the UK.

OddBeMe · Answer

No it’s American propaganda.

BJP21 · Answer

Part of my upbringing.

LordOfThePines · Answer

No, that is a pointless gesture.

TallAnon · Answer

What flag? Why should I stand in front of it?

msc545 · Answer

Nothing to be proud of there.

Lyndsielee666 · Answer

Negative.

berwise13 · Answer

To show respect for my country

EmbraceThePain · Answer

Always

Summeroflove · Answer

Yes. Out of respect

18Uma21 · Answer

Hell yes

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