[djsherin]

Honestly I don’t think we should say the Pledge at all. Before you attack me and call me unpatriotic, let me explain why and what I think should replace it.

The Pledge was invented by a socialist who was inspired by the idea of uniting America under the banner of the state (centralization). What better way than through th public school system while their minds are still impressionable?

Instead I think we should be saying “I (state your name), do solemnly swear to uphold/defend/support/etc. the Constitution of the United States...” you know the rest.

Ultimately it’s not terribly important to me, just throwing that out there.

[Sigurdrifta]

I actually kind of like that idea. My son (USAF) and daughter (USMC) had to take a similar oath, as did my naturalized wife.

Of course, we “native-born” Americans do not.

[Devilinbaggypants]

Good point...thanks for the post!

[muawiyah]

Frankly I think you should remain seated while communion is passed and the government should be neutral when it comes to oaths and affirmations (except for the President and the judges).

People should be free to say what they want, and there should be no liberty at all for anyone to be able to go to court to suppress the free speech of others (except for kiddie porn, of course).

[JamesP81]

Well, said, my FRiend, and I agree.