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In reply to the discussion: Is it appropriate for flags in NJ to be flown at half-staff in memory of James Gandolfini? [View all]MADem
(135,425 posts)killed....however, the minute the federal gubmint goes overbboard on telling state leaders what they are "allowed" to do with a piece of cloth, it gets squirrelly!
Like I said, I can be a fart on some aspects of flag display--I have always hated seeing it used as bunting--presidents from both parties do this, like fifty flags on the stage are somehow "better" than one, nicely lit, over the shoulder and "in the frame" of the TV shot.
I guess my point is, if the President(s) from both parties, and Congresscreatures, also from both parties, cannot be bothered to observe "The Code," themselves, then it's not the worst doggone thing in the world if a governor (even one from 'the other' party) lowers the flag to honor an actor who went out of his way to actively support my fellow servicemembers. He was also a supporter of other charities, including Parkinson's Research. Give him the day, and the rispetto, I say.
Are three enough? Are six two many?
Eight must mean you're REALLY blocked up!!
This is...just WRONG:
So long as the feds employ a "Do as I say, not as I do" POV when passing laws about "The Flag Code," I say Governors from all states and parties should just ignore their asses, particularly when paying tribute to native sons/daughters that people care deeply about.
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