Why burn the american flag?
612133
I couldn't agree with you more. Our country's flag is a symbol of our national pride and it represents a legacy of greatness, passed down to us from our ancestors and others who helped build the foundation for the way of life for which our country stands. When our flag is burned it is a slap in the face to all those who live here and to those who have served our country to protect our freedom and our land; it shows such an extreme anger, jealousy and hatred for that which we cherish. It is a direct message to the people of America, which says, " We hate you. We hate your way of life, your belief system, morals, your government-and we hate you!" \n\nWhat is terribly sad, is that there are those who call themselves Americans, who do this very thing.  If you're mad at your government, call or write your Congressman, Senator, or other elected officals....contact the media. In this day and age, where we seem to thrive on exposing every last detail of any and everything, there are plenty of outlets where one could better and more effectively channel their energy and possibly effect change, instead of being destructive, not only to our nation's symbol, but to those who represent it, the American people.To those people who are guilty of such a vile disregard for for our nation's flag, and for everything "for which it stands...one nation...Under GOD....for liberty...for all" - I remind you, if you don't love, honor and respect it....kindly leave it. I must tell you, you'll be hard pressed to find better.
1001763
I always believed it was illegal lin this country. Now we find out it isn't. Regardless, I think anyone who burns out flag should leave and go to another country. Pick one that is better than this.
1168611
Flag-burning may be objectionable to you, but the reality is that it's a fairly effective way to show disassociation with the country.  I know that lots of people say, "If you don't like it here, then move." It isn't that easy, though, if your family and home and roots are here.  For most, it's the better choice to stay and raise hell (non-violently, of course) and hope for change.  I am not a flag burner myself, but it's a protected form of free speech.  People who do it deserve no more persecution than people who rail against "the man" in other non-violent ways.
1081828
Hell no. The flag symbolizes our freedom - including the freedom to burn it if we want. Will they ban using it on clothes? How about letting it hang outside your house until it's tattered and faded? What about all those made in China magnetic ones on the backs of cars that are filthy dirty?\n\nThe flag burning amendmant is just a way for republicans to placate their rightist followers without doing anything.
1150165
Cut the Bigotry Bullshit. It's called a Rebel Flag for one reason. It symbolizes REBELION. DO NOT mistake a hand-ful of assholes for a symbol that can be used any number of 1000 ways. The flag is not evil, merely a select few that misuse it.
1124793
it should only be burned if it touches the ground... our flag represents everything our country stands for, everything our soldiers have ever fought for, and should be held in the highest respect...free speech  has nothing to do with desecrating and disrespecting  a  symbol of our country and way of life,    just like it has nothing to do with yelling "fire" in a crowded theater when there is no fire....  there are plenty of other ways to get your  point across/ express your views with out doing that......  if you hate this country enough to burn her flag... perhaps you are living in the wrong country...
583764
Usually it is a distress signal, but foreigners living in the US do it to show how much they disrespect this country and spit on it. I have seen cars driven by turban-heads and spanish looking people with the flag hung upside down from their antenna, or with stickers of the flag upside down on their back window.  Of course, I am a "racist" for saying if they hate it here so much, they should go home.  \n\nI wonder what would happen if we went to their country and did that to their flag?  Or burned their flag on their soil?
288974
I found this by typing flag etiquette on Yahoo search:\nMy flag is old and ready to be retired. What should I do?\nSection 8k of the Flag Code (see below) states, "The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning." We recommend that you contact your local VFW Chapter and ask them for help properly disposing of your flag. And be sure to consider providing a small donation to them for their assistance. Or you can contact your local Elks Lodge (who created the idea of Flag Day, established officially by President Truman, himself a member of the Elks), the American Legion, or the Knights of Columbus. Some Boy Scout and Girl Scout troups also can provide this service.
351161
I don't think it should be outlawed but i do feel a person or group should have to show good reason and get a permit prior to doing so.  How many would burn a flag in protest if it cost them money to do so.
364705
Why be a jingoist and put an American flag on your car?  It is usually the sign of a belligerent personality,  and someone to be avoided at all costs.
1039683
They are doing it because they feel "it's morally right" f**k that it is not morally right follow the constitution and become and american or GO HOME!!!!!!!!!!!\nDoes anyone else have a problem with them flying the mexican flag in america?
316605
no it isnt its just like burning our own flag. there are many mexicans who arent aliens and shouldent have their flag burnt.
733190
Klan burning the cross. Frankly I don't care much anymore if someone burns the American flag. With the way I feel, I might give them a lighter.
93606
No, I don't belive so, because as a free country, citicens should be able to do what they want, and protest however they wish, so long as it brings no physical harm to others. However, be it Austrailia, U.S.A. (my home), U.K., or any other free nation, it is truely sad for flags to be burned, and kind of counter productive, as they are using the freedoms of that country to burn the flag (irony?). If I were Austrailian, and saw somone burning an Austrailian flag, I would protest by raising mine higher.\n\nBottom Line...\nPeople should have the right to protest as they please, be it flag burners, or FLAG WAVERS!\n\nGreetings from the states!
231625
I think the law that is set in place regarding burning the flag is appropriate. I think it is a very disrespectful act to a country who does alot for it's citizens dispite the credit it gets. The flag represent the land and principals, it should not be burned because you disagree with certain laws or happen to not like the president of time... The flag represents our history and our future and should be respected.... just as every country's flag should be respected.....
495987
When the flag has become tattered and torn the proper and respectful way to dispose of it is to burn it.
500725
The rules of the flag are (in no particular order, sorry if I missed one or mores): \n1. Never let it touch the ground\n2. Never fly it in the rain\n3. Only fly it at night if a spotlight is on it\n4. No other flag should be flown higher\n5. There is a particular way to fold it (triangle)\n6. If it touches the ground, it must be burned. The proper way to do this is to cut the stripes in strips and I believe leave the blue whole, but I can't remember for sure. Burning the flag is the only PROPER way to dispose of it. I'm amazed how few people know the rules for our Nations symbol.