Why Do Americans Value A Piece Of Cloth So Highly?

Why do these morons think a flag means anything? I respect my country, but I don't cry about the flag. It means nothing ultimately. If someone shits on the British flag then whatever, they needed a shit. Is America so empty of real meaning that a flag means that much?

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EmilyLee810s · 26-30, F

Well No matter what anyone thinks about our flag either way I'm glad I live here and not in Europe. I'm proud of it

MaryJo1996 · 26-30, F

@EmilyLee810s That's great. Don't see why you shouldn't be prpud of where you're from.

EmilyLee810s · 26-30, F

Esactly So why is it such a big deal that people respect the flag?

MaryJo1996 · 26-30, F

@EmilyLee810s Because in the case of people taking the knee loads of people were more bothered about them "disrespecting" the flag rather than the actual issues. To me that's just ridiculous. They weren't disrespecting anything, but making a peaceful protest over serious issues.

EmilyLee810s · 26-30, F

@MaryJo1996 well it is supposed to be disrespectful theres a reason that you stand out of respect. And not even about Just "the flag" but during the national anthem? Thats not disrespectful to your country? I don't think anyone is saying it's not disrespectful the argument is weather they should be allowed to do it while the nfl is paying them to be there

SW-User

@EmilyLee810s Because the flag is worthy of respect, in all nations - it represents a people and a history.