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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)63. Glad I missed that 'un!!! nt
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Is it appropriate for flags in NJ to be flown at half-staff in memory of James Gandolfini? [View all]
Nye Bevan
Jun 2013
OP
yes. i think it is. acting is a form of art, and artists should be honored
La Lioness Priyanka
Jun 2013
#3
Technically, I don't think Christie has the authority since Gandolfini doesn't meet the criteria.
Gidney N Cloyd
Jun 2013
#7
Imo it cheapens the gesture. Don't consider this actor an iconoc figure in the slightest.
MotherPetrie
Jun 2013
#11
The flag code carries no force of law, no punishment, no nada. It's a recommendation.
MADem
Jun 2013
#30
I think it's appropriate. He was a native son who supported the troops in tangible ways.
MADem
Jun 2013
#37
lots of people have supported the troops in various ways. the only thing different about
HiPointDem
Jun 2013
#42
"Lots of people" haven't funded and produced films that discuss PTSD and traumatic brain injury.
MADem
Jun 2013
#61
The (completely unenforced, with no penalties for unenforcement) flag code has very strict rules
MADem
Jun 2013
#38
There is a section of the Flag Code that "allows" Governors to lower it for soldiers on active duty
MADem
Jun 2013
#60
This is a common thing for native sons and daughters. Gandolfini's appeal crosses party lines.
MADem
Jun 2013
#26
He was born in NJ, five minutes (well, maybe 10) from where I'm typing this. n/t
Benton D Struckcheon
Jun 2013
#36
He's a native son who had a successful and accomplished life. Why not honor him? n/t
Cleita
Jun 2013
#39
Local boy made good, I guess. I didn't much care for the man...he's just an actor.
Honeycombe8
Jun 2013
#65
I suppose. But it's not a big surprise, is it? Considering his health. He was obviously unhealthy.
Honeycombe8
Jun 2013
#72
No, it's both the US and the NJ flags. Read Christie's proclamation in the OP.
Nye Bevan
Jun 2013
#71