Unfortunately you didn't look into Websters 18th Century Dictionary.
As you will note, lots of Nouns are capitalized in the DOI.
Could you enlighten us about the difference between laws and Laws, or happiness and Happiness??
Not without your dictionary. Sounds like it would be an interesting topic. Please ping me if you start a thread or find an existing one that would be suitable for an expanded discussion. I have some questions of my own on the topic.
On the issue of the Pledge, I find some good arguments here on both sides of the issue. A deeper discussion of this would have to include another side of the issue -- whether or not the Pledge of Allegiance should be an indicator of someone's patriotism and love of country in the first place.
The Pledge of Allegiance is an oath of fidelity to our Republic and to the Constitution which governs and protects it. Saying it once is sufficient for me, for an oath is forever.
And to be sure, I enjoy repeating it when I have an opportunity, as I consider it an honor, a privilege and a right to salute the Founding Fathers and our military who served and are serving, many of whom gave their lives, fortunes and sacred honor to protect and bequeath to me such a gift.
And yes, it is still a thrill to stand shoulder to shoulder with the brothers and sisters of our Republic as we re-affirm our love for country and the principles of freedom for which it stands.
With that said, I would like to invite all FReepers to join me in saluting and pledging allegiance to the flag of our country.
I'm not going to ask anyone what version you will be using. As old as I am, I have used all versions and they all work for me.
I so pledge. Eastbound