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American Flag Debate

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During this quarters readings we have read this year all have something to do with one very meaningful quote “we as human beings, must be willing to accept people who different from ourselves”. Each of these readings ,american flag stands for no tolerance , texas vs johnson majority opinion ,and last the lottery . All these stories relate to the quote about accepting others who differ and how we need to be willing to accept them. First in the court case “Texas V. Johnson majority opinion” they stated that the people had the right to burn the flags due to the first amendment protecting them even if offended. For example they quoted “the way to preserve the flags special role is to not punish those who feel different it’s to persuade them that they are wrong”(lines 30-36). Furthermore “our decision is a reaffirmation of the principles of freedom and inclusiveness that the flag best reflects” (lines 27-29). So these quotes tell’s me that the courts tone is precise and that they are sure about their …show more content…

He quoted “ the american flag is a cherished symbol of our nation and is a national icon” knowing this why would people act in such an aggressive way. He also states “any messages that burning the flag might convey easily can be communicated in other ways “. So from these quotes i can infer that his tone is indecisive and that he nor favors either agreeing or disagreeing. Also these two stories tie in with the quote “we as human beings ,must be willing to accept who different from ourselves” because even though we put pity on them who burn the flag and think such bad things about our nation but we shouldn't put hatred on they we should show them why they are wrong about what they think and if not they are who they are but hatred only adds fuel to the

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