It is entirely proper for schools to teach patriotism and respect for the country and it’s symbols, and to exact a penalty for those who don’t learn.
The Bellamy's and all the other proto-Nazi's who developed thr Pledge agree with you.
“It is entirely proper for schools to teach patriotism and respect for the country and its symbols, and to exact a penalty for those who dont learn.”
Soe might call that fascism.