Burning the flag bothers me [View All]

I don't give a damn if it sounds right-wing, left-wing or in-between. It represents a country I love. This country no doubt has gone to hell in a hand basket under this administration, but burning the flag doesn't make it all about them.

I understand the symbolism of free speech involved with it and definitely respect that, but it seems the anger used when burning the flag is at the country overall and not just the government.

Even though this administration tries to drape themselves in the American flag and tout "My country 'tis of thee," and "you're either with or us or against us," they are not the know-all and see-all of what makes America great. (they obviously don't know a damn thing) Yeah, they've screwed it up in the last five years, but there are many of us desperately trying to right the wrong they've so harshly inflicted on this nation. John Murtha is one that comes to mind. When I think of him, John Kerry, Max Cleland, FDR, my veteran parents and so many more who have fought and continue to fight in the best interest of our country, not only does it make me proud, but it makes me want to continue to fight the corruption so prevalent now.

The rwing is good at using their pseudo-patriotic and "christian" playbook to lace-up their full attack and unfortunately it usually works. Why continue to play on their turf?