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June 26th, 2002, 10:29 PM
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Good find xmadness. I, personally, do not have a religion (therefore, unsure of whether God truly exists or not). Unlike Ganjica, I don't have a problem with the words "under god" in the pledge of allegiance. Growing up, I just simply did not say the pledge when asked to do so in school. I remember other students as well, who were of different ethnicities, religions, etc. who also refrained from participating. We always stood, as a sign of respect for those who did believe in the pledge, but did not participate. I think it's outrageous that they are deeming it unconstituational. As you said, they'll go after our currency next. Where will we be then? I say, just leave the pledge how it is. Those who don't agree with it, can simply refrain from saying it. Just my opinion, of course.
AJ
EDIT: Ganjica > When testifying in court, you are not required to place your hand on the Bible. It is offered there for you to do so, but simply as a symbol of your pledge to tell the truth. Those who do not believe in the Bible are free to simply place their hand down on the pulpit and raise their right arm to make the pledge.
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