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In reply to the discussion: Will you fly an American flag on July 4th? [View all]brooklynite
(94,452 posts)4. That attitude is a huge problem.
What you're saying is that the conservatives and the fringe represent the entire country. That there's nothing to appreciate or celebrate about the country. And when you give up the flag, you hand it to the conservatives to claim that THEY'RE the patriotic ones.
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Under cover of age, I no longer, since long before TFG, pledge, nor stand
Backseat Driver
Jun 2022
#10
Depending on how many RWs live near you (I want you and your home safe) u might fly it upside down.
electric_blue68
Jun 2022
#2
hooo, boy! brooklynite made the same point. I see it as a call of distress since...
electric_blue68
Jun 2022
#22
Yes I will. It is my country and I will not cede it to the unwashed loser rightwing.
Demsrule86
Jun 2022
#19