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When I taught in a public school, all students stood as a matter of respect, but no one HAD to say the pledge. I myself don't say ALL the pledge -
When I taught at a private Christian high school, students had to attend chapel every day. I didn't require any students to actively participate - only to follow the service in their hymnals and prayer books. I would do the same were I to attend a religious service of a faith not my own.
You can respect the dignity of those around you by silently standing without compromising your beliefs. For example, I stand when the Canadian national anthem is played.
Forcing someone to say the pledge strikes me as counter to what I hope we cherish as American ideals.
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Gamma Phi Beta
Courtesy is owed, respect is earned, love is given.
Proud daughter AND mother of a Gamma Phi. 3 generations of love, labor, learning and loyalty.
Last edited by SWTXBelle; 11-21-2009 at 09:12 AM.
Reason: better ending.
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