Many flag wavers are traitors

by Mark Snider, Hamilton

We pledge allegiance to the American flag and what it stands for at many public events and most government meetings. The word “allegiance” means to to be in union with other Americans. It means we are in a coalition and joined with other Americans to respect and support the flag and what it stands for, specifically our Constitution.

The word “pledge” means we give our word of honor, our promise and commit ourselves to the American flag and what it symbolizes. Our flag stands for many things including freedom, bravery, purity, justice, life, unity, honor, valor and responsibility. 

When we proclaim the pledge of allegiance we are committing to join with all other American citizens. Remember the phrase “one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” Those who are dividing the nation with lies about the election being stolen, propaganda from Russia and election interference have broken their pledge and their honor. 

There is nothing honorable, just, patriotic or pure in dishonoring our pledge to the flag or attempting to destroy the Constitution.

When one is in the military one must promise to defend the Constitution as follows. “I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same…”

The oath of office for members of Congress states, “I, (name of Member), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same…”

Every president must also pledge to defend and protect the Constitution by saying the following. “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States”.

If one has been in the military, or part of Congress or even president, the first obligation and most important duty is to defend and support the Constitution. Patriotism is not waving our flag, it is a feeling of love, devotion, and attachment to our country and our fellow Americans no matter what party or religion one identifies with. A true patriot and good citizen is someone who:

• Identifies with their country and a democratic government.

• Is concerned for their country’s well-being

• Is tolerant and displays tolerance towards his neighbors 

• Is willing to sacrifice in times of need for their country’s good

• Is proud of their American identity, even though our government isn’t perfect

•Treats all Americans as equals whether they are conservative or liberal, white or black, Christian or not.

• Respects legitimate authority

• Contributes to society and performs civic duty and helps others in need

• Is accountable, acknowledges their own mistakes

• Has moral courage to stand for truth, justice and peace for all 

• Supports and defends the Constitution and democracy and welcomes others who legally move to America

• Obeys the law and votes for those who will help the needy, not just the rich

• Is courteous and respectful towards others who have different opinions

• Is trustworthy, honest and responsible with money matters

• Supports troops and veterans and respects their elders and parents

MAGA Republicans do not demonstrate most of these patriotic responsibilities. Making America great is following the above principles. Most of them support a dictator, rapist, liar, fascist and criminal called Donald Trump rather than a decent human being. Anyone who displays a flag and disregards the above patriotic traits is disrespecting the flag and above all does not support our Constitution or democracy. MAGA cult members do not know the truth from lies or right from wrong and should leave this country and move to North Korea or Russia where they belong. Just because you parade around waving our flag, doesn’t mean you are a patriot or a moral citizen.