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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Who cares? Honestly. Why would pledging the flag make any difference on 9/11? If anything, 9/11 represents the start of a 20 year+ immoral war that unjustifiably killed so many people and spanned two generations of men who were conned into joining the military for it.

Any kid or adult CAN stand and any kid or adult can sit. I’m a teacher. I’m not saying it. [/quote]
Tell it to the U.S. soldiers who proudly recite the Pledge of Allegiance on a daily basis as they serve and even sacrifice their lives in order to protect your right to have choices and to live in freedom.

Visit veterans and learn from them about the concept of service to others, including those who think differently than they do. You will get a glimpse of the real meaning of pride as reflected in their sacrifice. Similar to being a parent, we love our kids even when we disagree with them. [/quote]

You do know vets and military did not die on 9/11 right?

And if you talk to an educated vet they will tell you they fought for freedom, fought to protect the constitution and they fought so HS students can't be forced to stand during the PoA.

Vets went out when cops were beating protestor to explain to them that they had put their life on the line so we don't live in a military state. [/quote]

Well, you are certainly speaking with different vets than I.  Of course, you have the right not to stand--but it shows who you are and what you believe.  It is called "respect."  Respect for the hundreds of thousands who have given so much to this country.

If you choose not to stand, you show who you are.  You don't have to say the pledge, but you should at least show consideration for those who do.

As for "retreat" on a military post.  Sure, it can be inconvenient, but the soldiers I know jumped out quickly and proudly.  (For those who have never been on a military post at retreat, it is when they take down the American flag and the soldiers stop and salute.  It is a very moving scene.  If they are in a car, they get out of the car and salute.  RESPECT[/quote]

Yes I said educated.[/quote]

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