Waving The Flag Or Wearing A Pin Does NOT A Patriot Make. So Sick Of All This Flag Crap.

[Glassunion]

40. So... Why don't you fly the flag?

That way, when someone sees it, they will say that they are "so pleased with all of this flag flying." As they drive around they will see the most loving, tolerant, moderate and smart people flying the American flag. They will also see "Coexist" stickers on the same vehicles.

They will bet nary a one of you has no problems with those who serve or have served, or maybe even served themselves in combat. They may see it as a sincere gesture.

What may really impress them, is that they will not see it being used as a political gesture to imply a purity test for patriotism. It may be seen as something proudly displayed by by loving, tolerant, and welcoming people.

They will see your gestures of community and know that there is a person of integrity to be called upon in a time of need. To be an inspiration to serve and help your fellow community.

There is a little old man across the street from me. I think he is retired, as he never really goes anywhere. We do have a similar schedule, where I head out to work at the same time every single morning, and he is out in his yard putting his flag up. We wave to each other and go on about our day. I can tell if I am running late as the flag will already be up when I head out. Every evening, he takes it down. If there was a hateful, or racist bone in his body, I doubt he would wave to me.

You can associate whatever you want to the American flag. That said, the American flag does not equal racism, hate or bigotry. Those are your projections.