Cfa-inc.org
Title
Flag Protection - Citizens Flag Alliance
Contact
- TheCitizensFlag Alliance, Inc
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- Indpls IN
- United States 46207-7197
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- +1.9999999999
Description
U.S. Senate Majority Leader
March 2006 - Americans have much to be proud of. We enjoy a greater measure of liberty, justice, and equality than any other country throughout history. There is one symbol that, above all others, encapsulates the history and values we hold dear: the American flag. From the time we are schoolchildren, we honor our flag and all it stands for with hand over heart and a deep appreciation for the blessings we enjoy as Americans.
In times of crisis, the raising of the Stars and Stripes symbolizes perseverance and enduring strength. Whether it’s Marines struggling to plant the flag on Iwo Jima or firefighters lifting the flag above the ruins of the World Trade Center, patriotic Americans have always taken heart in knowing that our flag was still there.
Enemies of American freedom abroad are well aware of the ideals emblemized by the American flag, often expressing anti-American sentiments by burning our flag. Unfortunately, almost 20 years ago the Supreme Court essentially ruled in favor of allowing flag burning here at home. In a 1989 decision that overturned 200 years of precedent, the court struck down all laws that prohibit flag desecration.
