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lunatica

(53,410 posts) Wed Feb 1, 2012, 10:13 AM Feb 2012

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What constitutes desecrating the flag is a matter of opinion (Original Post) lunatica Feb 2012 OP

"Wrap her in the flag and fuck her for your country..." rfranklin Feb 2012 #1

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1. "Wrap her in the flag and fuck her for your country..."

Wed Feb 1, 2012, 10:15 AM

Feb 2012

is what they used to say about less attractive dates. I don't think patriotism would work in this case.

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2. moreover, the whole concept of "desecrating the flag" is flawed and hugely problematic

Wed Feb 1, 2012, 10:43 AM

Feb 2012

The implication is that the flag is somehow sacred and transforms it into a religious symbol.

Merging nationalism with religion is a dangerous path.