Pledge of Allegiance ruled unconstitutional

[€uroMeinke]

I just don't see why we need a pledge in ths first place - none-the-less have it recited by people too young to understand it, or even commit to it's ideals. Loyalty oaths are worthless, let's dump this one in its entirety.

[Motorboat Cruiser]

Originally Posted by €uroMeinke

Loyalty oaths are worthless, let's dump this one in its entirety.

I don't see a reason for it either, quite frankly. I would be interested in hearing other posters feelings as to why the pledge is necessary at all.

[TigerLily]

Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

I don't see a reason for it either, quite frankly. I would be interested in hearing other posters feelings as to why the pledge is necessary at all.

I don't think it's neccessary. It reminds of a cult chanting everytime I hear it. I refused to say it in school, refused to have my hand on my chest and refused to stand until I was forced to.

[PanTheMan]

Originally Posted by TigerLily

I don't think it's neccessary. It reminds of a cult chanting everytime I hear it. I refused to say it in school, refused to have my hand on my chest and refused to stand until I was forced to.

Well, the main point is that it shouldnt even be an issue. Don't you remember back when you said it? It was just part of the morning routine, and it was said so mechanically, for years I thought I was saying something about being invisible with liberty and Justice for all.

I was busy during that time admiring how Cute Jennifer McHugh was that morning....lol

[MickeyLumbo]

Originally Posted by PanTheMan

Well, the main point is that it shouldnt even be an issue. Don't you remember back when you said it? It was just part of the morning routine, and it was said so mechanically, for years I thought I was saying something about being invisible with liberty and Justice for all.

I was busy during that time admiring how Cute Jennifer McHugh was that morning....lol

Totally agree - except his name wasn't Jennifer

[SacTown Chronic]

Originally Posted by €uroMeinke

I just don't see why we need a pledge in ths first place - none-the-less have it recited by people too young to understand it, or even commit to it's ideals. Loyalty oaths are worthless, let's dump this one in its entirety.

My sentiments exactly.