Legion Commander Fights 9th Circuit Ruling On Pledge
US American Legion National Commander Richard J Santos argues the 9th Circuit decision deeming the Pledge of Allegiance unconstitutional endangers schoolchildren and clashes with Supreme Court rulings. He urges popular support to restore flag protection, noting precedents and religious references in national institutions.
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American Legion
Richard J. Santos
Circuit Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
United States
Circuit
U.S
Supreme Court
God Save the
Court
Senate
House
Congress
UF Alternatite
God
America
Fourth of July Reflections and Founding History Notes
A patriotic reflection blends Independence Day meaning with memories of September 11 and honors for veterans. The piece recounts Thomas Paine’s Common Sense, the 1776 move for independence, and Daniel in the Old Testament, tying faith to national identity and liberty while urging safe celebrations.
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Falmouth
Norfolk
Common Sense
Thomas Paine
Philadelphia Congress
Richard Henry Lee
Virginia
Lee
Congress
Freedom and faith in America’s government debate
A fragment argues religion misused to oppress, praising the U S founding premise of religious freedom. It warns against one church forcing beliefs and notes believers see God’s role in government as essential while unbelievers seek to legislate Him out.
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James
Jesus
America
Christ
God
United States
Red White and Blue in Times of Fire and Freedom
A patchwork of veterans memories and wildland fire concerns. The author recalls carrying the flag with Troy, notes worn banners along roads and the enduring pledge of allegiance. He links forest fires in California to habitat loss and calls for action to curb high intensity blazes. The piece interweaves Independence Day history with reflections on patriotism.
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Betsy Ross
Cole Oil
Francis Scott Key
Main Street
Troy
California
California Department of Fish & Game
Independence Hall
Philadelphia
America
Frances Bellamy
Reader’s Digest
Youth Companion
National Education Association
Red Skelton
Laswell
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