Reply #73: there's always something more important [View All]

[CTLawGuy]

we can't let that be an excuse not to fight.

You must understand the implications of the loss of freedom to burn the flag:

we elevate the flag to a relgious symbol.
we essentially say that the state, and the nation are above reproach.
it would be the first time EVER the first amendment was weakened by constitutional amendment.
we look even more like hypocrites when we try to spread "freedom and democracy" to other countries.
it is one step toward fascism.


You might say "why is taking one step toward fascism a big deal?", but I say, "why waste your time taking those steps if you really don't want to go where they lead?"