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Aye, well, that makes sense. I think I can honestly say that the majority of people that have posted in this thread (if not all of them) do not fall into that "Ugly American" category. Even Recluse, who is vehement at times, I believe completely understands and acknowledges the short comings in America's history.
As for the fetishism, well, I do believe that there is some emotional power in seeing the flag properly displayed and blowing fully in the wind, or being displayed during the National Anthem. It could be just me, but I hate to see the flag disrespect and when i do see it I say something about. I can't actually do anything as it is the constitutional right of the people involved to do whatever they will, however I find it insulting when a flag flies tattered or upside down. Not insulting to me necessarily, but to everyone who has given their lives for the people here. I don't condone threats, and I don't condone people imposing upon the rights of others.
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