Disrespecting the flag

[JA]

Trump loves to whine about African American football players (and their allies) kneeling during the national anthem to highlight the civil rights issues championed by Black Lives Matter, which Trump claims is disrespecting the American flag.



But, what about his supposedly patriotic Americans who regularly and blatantly disrespect the flag when they outright violate the explicit text of US Flag Code Chapter 10: Respect for the Flag?










Since when is conduct violation worse than explicitly disrespecting the flag in clear violation of the section of the US Flag Code that is literally called "respect for the flag"?

[Green Line]

Good one. You got em.

[TheSaint250]

Since when is conduct violation worse than explicitly disrespecting the flag in clear violation of the section of the US Flag Code that is literally called "respect for the flag"?

They're all bad.

[JA]

Since when is conduct violation worse than explicitly disrespecting the flag in clear violation of the section of the US Flag Code that is literally called "respect for the flag"?

They're all bad.

Why does nobody ever mention what is a blatant violation of the US Flag Code section called "Respect for the Flag" though? That's the problem. Trump and the right-wing crow about a conduct violation, but then either ignore or engage in explicit disrespect for the flag.

[TheSaint250]

Since when is conduct violation worse than explicitly disrespecting the flag in clear violation of the section of the US Flag Code that is literally called "respect for the flag"?

They're all bad.

Why does nobody ever mention what is a blatant violation of the US Flag Code section called "Respect for the Flag" though? That's the problem. Trump and the right-wing crow about a conduct violation, but then either ignore or engage in explicit disrespect for the flag.

You're right. As a matter of fact, I was not aware of it. I'll make sure I do not purposely violate the code any longer going forward.

And don't make it sound like "Trump and the right-wing" are the only ones that "ignore" the code.

[Unapologetic Chinaperson]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

[Fuzzy Bear]

I do remember in 1968 when Abbie Hoffman was arrested for wearing a shirt made out of the flag as he was going to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC).  News accounts used techniques of the day to obscure the shirt; it was THAT offensive.  

Given today's merchandising of American flag button-down shirts, a posthumous apology is in order.

[TheSaint250]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

[Adam Griffin]

And don't make it sound like "Trump and the right-wing" are the only ones that "ignore" the code.

Well it ain't left-wingers trying to cram tacky flags onto every surface, product and in every orifice imaginable

[JA]

And don't make it sound like "Trump and the right-wing" are the only ones that "ignore" the code.

I was saying Trump and the right-wing are the only ones whining about it, not that they're the only ones who do it, although, largely, they are.

[FEMA Camp Administrator]

I do remember in 1968 when Abbie Hoffman was arrested for wearing a shirt made out of the flag as he was going to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC).  News accounts used techniques of the day to obscure the shirt; it was THAT offensive.  

Given today's merchandising of American flag button-down shirts, a posthumous apology is in order.

It's actually hilarious that he would try to do that; who knew that his legacy would be carried on even today by establishmentarian deviants at college fraternity parties?

[ProudModerate2]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

Stick to the thread topic please !

[TheSaint250]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

Stick to the thread topic please !

Will do. Just wanted to add that.

I too am disturbed about the disrespect for the flag.

[Sprouts Farmers Market ✘]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

Stick to the thread topic please !

Will do. Just wanted to add that.

I too am disturbed about the disrespect for the flag.

What disrespect? None of this is MODERN DAY DISRESPECTFUL.

[Roronoa D. Law]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

Stick to the thread topic please !

Will do. Just wanted to add that.

I too am disturbed about the disrespect for the flag.

What disrespect? None of this is MODERN DAY DISRESPECTFUL.

I don't really believe people are actually offended by the kneeling either I think it an extension of how are politics have quickly become so polarizing. And since African Americans are mostly Democrat the Republican took the opposing side of the issue.   

[TheSaint250]

Only one of them is done for a reason that makes Trump and his supporters uncomfortable.

I too am disturbed when Kaepernick wears "cops are pigs" socks.

Stick to the thread topic please !

Will do. Just wanted to add that.

I too am disturbed about the disrespect for the flag.

What disrespect? None of this is MODERN DAY DISRESPECTFUL.

I don't really believe people are actually offended by the kneeling either I think it an extension of how are politics have quickly become so polarizing. And since African Americans are mostly Democrat the Republican took the opposing side of the issue.   

I'm not "offended" by it. They have every right to do. i just don't think it's respectful and disagree with it. 

Also lol at the idea that opposing the actions is because "they support democrats!"

[ProgressiveCanadian]

^^^
I'm sure you would of hated MLK and the civil rights movement back in the 60s since the were sooo disrespectful. It's the same message from the right wing but just 50 years later.

[TheSaint250]

^^^
I'm sure you would of hated MLK and the civil rights movement back in the 60s since the were sooo disrespectful. It's the same message from the right wing but just 50 years later.

The troll is making stupid statements again.

Let's see: Do I DISAGREE with the people who live in a country where they earn over $1 million dollars to play football and decide to protest said country? YES. Do I respect their right to do so? YES.

Would I have DISAGREED with people who were suppressed by the institution of segregation, were never allowed to advance as these players have today, were never allowed to vote/express the freedom of speech, and were lynched for the color of their skin? HELL NO.

[Ban my account ffs!]

This kind of "wrap myself in the flag and put a yellow magnet ribbon on the back of the SUV" kind of "patriotism" offends me on such a deep, basic level... it really angers me that they would dare to criticize someone for kneeling during the national anthem.

Conservatives idolize the flag.  They have turned it into an object of worship.  They don't give a flying f**k what that flag represents.  Only that it is there and that you go through some kind of idiotic motion to prove to them how much you "respect" it.

[Inmate Trump]

The flag is a symbol, it’s not a god. Literally speaking, it is nothing but a piece of fabric, and simply holding it up high and not letting it touch the ground means absolutely nothing at all.

Patriotism is expressed in real and meaningful ways, nothing to do with a flag or a song.

[Mercenary]

All.of those are kind of ridiculous.  Oh no some one kneeled down. Oh no someone has a flag paper plate. I guess that means the terrorists win. Out of curiousity what about those flag lapel pins? Even if I think the flag code is a joke it would be funnt if those were a violation with how upset some people got when certain politicians were not wearing them.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

Idolatry is a sin, kids.

This kind of "wrap myself in the flag and put a yellow magnet ribbon on the back of the SUV" kind of "patriotism" offends me on such a deep, basic level... it really angers me that they would dare to criticize someone for kneeling during the national anthem.

Conservatives idolize the flag.  They have turned it into an object of worship.  They don't give a flying f**k what that flag represents.  Only that it is there and that you go through some kind of idiotic motion to prove to them how much you "respect" it.

All of this is true.  The flag means as much to Americans as Jesus does to most American "Christians."

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

In Poland there are laws against "insulting" state symbols such as the flag, the anthem and the coat of arms. Needles to say this if a f**king travesty.

[Alabama_Indy10]

The flag is a symbol, it’s not a god. Literally speaking, it is nothing but a piece of fabric, and simply holding it up high and not letting it touch the ground means absolutely nothing at all.

Patriotism is expressed in real and meaningful ways, nothing to do with a flag or a song.

It means absolutely nothing to you. Are you now trying to force your beliefs on others?

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