Contrary to an urban legend, the flag code does not state that a flag that touches the ground should be burned. Instead, the flag should be moved so it is not touching the ground.
I guess just if it gets tattered you’re supposed to dispose of it properly.
I don’t think patriotism and flag code are necessarily linked.
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Flag burning isn’t against the flag code. Flexing your 1st amendment is definitely patriotic.
Huh, TIL. I guess throwing it on the ground was against flag code but not the actual burning.
The burning after it touches the ground is actually what you’re supposed to do according to the flag code.
That, I also learned, is a common misconception. Flag code just says pick it up off the ground.
You’re correct
I guess just if it gets tattered you’re supposed to dispose of it properly.