Posted on 12/08/2019 11:29:31 AM PST by Monrose72
One of the great symbols of America, the American flag, has largely been manufactured in China, but things are starting to change.Known as a sacred symbol of the republic, representing the defense of the rights of its people, the creation of the flag has an important place in America's heart.Designed in 1776 by upholsterer Betsy Ross, who also produced uniforms, flags, and tents for the Continental Army, the design's 13 stars represent the original states that declared independence from Great Britain.
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We should be able to at least make our own flags ?
I want all US flag’s to be made of nomex and kevlar ........
America is currently un American.
And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thine own eye? Yea, rather considerest the log that is in thine enemy's eye!
Well meaning, but not a good idea. Congress should refrain from messing with the free market.
Freepers who read the article will see that it only applies to flags purchased by Federal agencies.
This is for government agencies, not we, the people. If you are using government funds to procure a flag, it must be American made.
Read the article?? Are you kidding this is Free Republic. We barely read the excerpt.
I just read the title...
This isn't going to change a stupid electorate.
All bourbon MUST be made in America.
But will we be free to fly them?
The Flag Police are knocking.
They should also be made from natural fiber, and brought in at night and for inclement weather. Among other things.
Dumb. Don’t need new laws, just read the label.
Anyone can sew up a flag. Anyone. Any flag. Read the story. All the legislation does is impose a buy American requirement on flags purchased by federal agencies.
I agree.
Though I’d rather at least buy from a democracy.
Buying the most important symbol of freedom in the world from the ChiComs just doesn’t sit well.
Tariffs!! :)
But NO, I don’t want our govt getting involved so we don’t BECOME more like china each year.
I’m a big boy. I can decide.
I did buy my Dodge Challenger instead of a foreign car but today, who knows if the foreign car would have had more parts made here?
Well that sure does not match the headline. Journalism is dead.
Does this Made in America requirement apply to anyone running for POTUS too?
“The only winners will be the flag cartels.”
American flags are just gateway flags. Before your knew you’re hooked on Mexican or Chinese flags, or worse...the ISIS flag.
There should be another bill accompanying this one. Anyone caught desecrating the American Flag is fair game to being hunted down like a feral hog.
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