SI
SI
discoversearch

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor.  We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community.  If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.
Pastimes : THE SLIGHTLY MODERATED BOXING RING
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  
To: Michael M who wrote (16141)6/30/2002 1:58:52 PM
From: Lazarus_Long  Read Replies (1) of 21057
 
When it comes to public demonstrations, these are more commonly staged by people who burn the flag than those who pledge allegiance to it.
Why don't we just elect A. Hitler Fuehrer and be done with it? Would that make you happy?

Public demonstrations are a basic political right of Americans. It is part of what makes the country a democracy.
Here:
Amendment I.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
That's where it is defined. Amendment I again. The first amendment in the Bill of Rights.

The USSC has held, and I believe they are correct, that flag burning is a legitimate form of political expression. It indicates strong disagreement with the government's position.

And the fact that it pisses you off proves the Supreme Court is right.
Report TOU ViolationShare This Post
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  

HomeMailHotSubjectMarksPeopleMarksKeepersSettings
Terms Of UseContact UsCopyright/IP PolicyPrivacy PolicyAbout UsFAQAdvertise on SI
© 2025 Knight Sac Media.  Data provided by Twelve Data, Alpha Vantage, and CityFALCON News