Clubfoothead Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 My next favorite is the eventual fishing which revolves around proper flag protocol. guess I'll bet that started. I have burned more than one American flag. It's not about burning the flag, that can simply be an act of proper disposal. It's about what you are thinking about when burning it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skylive5 Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I have burned more than one American flag. US Flag Code. TITLE 4 > CHAPTER 1 > Sec. 8(k). It states: "The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning" I am assuming that you burned them under the guidelines of this code.... right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditkaless Wonders Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 It's not about burning the flag, that can simply be an act of proper disposal. It's about what you are thinking about when burning it. I believe I was thinking something along the lines of "I can't wait to get away from Grandpa and his VFW firends so that I can get stoned and jump Ann Marie." Fairly patriotic thoughts actually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditkaless Wonders Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 US Flag Code. TITLE 4 > CHAPTER 1 > Sec. 8(k). It states: "The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning" I am assuming that you burned them under the guidelines of this code.... right? Well that fishing trip went about as poorly as I thought, even hoped, it would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duchess Jack Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 this kid's reasons for doing this are pathetic. but... once again, how is this not idolotry? We are talking about a piece of fabric. No soul or feelings, but a piece of fabric Folk want to get violent over this? Okay - as I said - this kid's reason for doing this is pathetic which makes this seem a lot more disrespectful to our country, but violence? Even in those cases where somebody has real concern with the actions of our nation? Our country hasn't always been good and honorable in all things and the flag is just as relevant when we are doing bad things as it is when we are doing good things. Most politicians do more damage to this country, our goodness, honor and spirit, than any flag burner could - but folk aren't all openly talking about violence brought against them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I love these threads. My favorite part is when people come in to post hyperobvious points about the first amendment as if those points have never occured to the reader. So what do you want to see in a flag burning thread, onion dip recipes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditkaless Wonders Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) quote name='Furd' post='3435106' date='5/16/11 12:02pm']So what do you want to see in a flag burning thread, onion dip recipes? Chicks, Lots of hot chicks wearing flag bikinis or flag decals on the backside of really tight, short jeans. Like are found on this page.[ Edited May 16, 2011 by Ditkaless Wonders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 quote name='Furd' post='3435106' date='5/16/11 12:02pm']So what do you want to see in a flag burning thread, onion dip recipes? Chicks, Lots of hot chicks wearing flag bikinis or flag decals on the backside of really tight, short jeans. Like are found on this page.[ No better place for the US Flag than on a hot chick's vag!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Well that fishing trip went about as poorly as I thought, even hoped, it would. C'mon...I'm sure you had an impure thought or two when burning it. Did you think about your Honda/Toyota/BMW needing an oil change, traitor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 violence against someone who burns the flag is okay? What violence against him? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 What violence against him? I'm was referencing those that advocated that the flag burner get his ass beat for the act of burning a flag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 violence against someone who burns the flag is okay? To the people perpetrating the violence, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I'm was referencing those that advocated that the flag burner get his ass beat for the act of burning a flag. Got it. Yeah, I don't mind drowning him out and intimidating him, etc. but would draw the line at inflicting bodily harm upon him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) Wouldn't you think that if you are going to burn the US flag, there is a good chance you might lose yer teeth via a fist or boot? Edited May 16, 2011 by SuperBalla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Next Generation Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 this kid's reasons for doing this are pathetic. but... once again, how is this not idolotry? We are talking about a piece of fabric. No soul or feelings, but a piece of fabric Folk want to get violent over this? Okay - as I said - this kid's reason for doing this is pathetic which makes this seem a lot more disrespectful to our country, but violence? Agreed. It would have been better if absolutely no one showed up. If a person burns the American flag and no one is there to see it, did they really burn the American flag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wouldn't you think that if you are going to burn the US flag, there is a good chance you might lose yer teeth via a fist or boot? Yes, without a doubt, so common discretion and my unwillingness to part with my teeth would tell me it was a bad idea. For the reasons stated earlier, I think it's a really bad idea on pretty much every level. Still, flag burning IS protected free speech whether you or I like it or not, thus a boot to the teeth is tantamount to the suppression of free speech, which, IMO, is worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wouldn't you think that if you are going to burn the US flag, there is a good chance you might lose yer teeth via a fist or boot? no Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wouldn't you think that if you are going to burn the US flag, there is a good chance you might lose yer teeth via a fist or boot? If a young woman gets drunk at a frat party, there's a good chance some frat boys might pull a train on her or defile her in any number of ways. However, I certainly believe that the frat boys have broken the law and should be punished. In both cases, the flag burner and the drunk woman have shown poor judgment (in my opinion). However, exercising poor judgment does not mean it is acceptable for others to break the law. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 If a young woman gets drunk at a frat party, there's a good chance some frat boys might pull a train on her or defile her in any number of ways. However, I certainly believe that the frat boys have broken the law and should be punished. In both cases, the flag burner and the drunk woman have shown poor judgment (in my opinion). However, exercising poor judgment does not mean it is acceptable for others to break the law. This, and I'm astounded that it even needed to be explained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 Yes, without a doubt, so common discretion and my unwillingness to part with my teeth would tell me it was a bad idea. For the reasons stated earlier, I think it's a really bad idea on pretty much every level. Still, flag burning IS protected free speech whether you or I like it or not, thus a boot to the teeth is tantamount to the suppression of free speech, which, IMO, is worse. I know, there is no argument there. I hope it changes though, to penalize for burning the US flag. In a protest I mean, but then again, the proper way to dispose of the flag is to burn it. Could you legally seperate the two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 What if you burn a American flag in protest of the fact it was made in China? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 What if I see a skinny chick in an American flag bikini but I like plumpers? Should I kick her teeth in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) What if my wife accidentially bleaches an American flag t-SHAM WOW!? Should I divorce her? I typed -$hit instead of t-shirt. Edited May 16, 2011 by Clubfoothead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I suddenly have the urge to see clubs wife in an American Flag bikini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) If a young woman gets drunk at a frat party, there's a good chance some frat boys might pull a train on her or defile her in any number of ways. However, I certainly believe that the frat boys have broken the law and should be punished. In both cases, the flag burner and the drunk woman have shown poor judgment (in my opinion). However, exercising poor judgment does not mean it is acceptable for others to break the law. I understand perfectly what we are talking about bro, thanks. I am not disagreeing that it is against the law to punch someone in the face. I think the person punching the US flag burner also would know that they are about to get tackled by the cops and thrown in jail and quite possibly going to get the book thrown at him/her to be an example to other Americans, you may burn the US flag in peace. Like Ursa said, it is clearly obvious that bodily harm would very likely follow, if you burn the US flag. Especially on a Republican, coonass, gun toting, America loving campus. Even you Yuk. This, and I'm astounded that it even needed to be explained. Hey goof...what are you talking about? Explained to who? Edited May 16, 2011 by SuperBalla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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