Throughout, these years, Standing for the Pledge has been seen as a requirement, but others have seen it as an option. No one should be required to stand during the Pledge of Allegiance. We all have a right to our beliefs. Students shouldn’t be required to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance because they have the right to decide whether or not to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. Students who choose not to stand for the pledge have a reason behind their actions. Most of the students who don’t stand for the pledge are old enough to know how our society works, and if it is bad, which may be the major reason why students don’t stand for the pledge. Students should also be allowed to decide whether to stand for the pledge or not because many students …show more content…
troops have died in the War on Terror between 2001 and 2021, leaving their friends and families to suffer a tremendous loss.” (Thibodeau, 2022). However, the reality is that people don’t stand for the Pledge because of certain things that have happened in our society that aren’t good, like racism or inequalities. In the article, “Students should stand for Pledge of Allegiance, express gratitude”, it states, “However, some choose not to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance because of racial inequality or civil rights issues.” (Thibodeau, 2022). Standing for the Pledge should be an option because people have their reasons to not stand, as not standing is a sign of a simple and peaceful protest. In conclusion, students shouldn’t be required to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance because they should be able to decide whether to stand or not, and because they might have reasons behind their decision. This is important because we need all students to have a safe space where they can decide whether to stand or not for the Pledge without fearing the “consequences”. Although it might not seem big of a deal, it's still something we need to fix in our schools because students deserve to have an option of their own and actions need to be taken to create change for
Although some like Conor Friedersdorf, of the Atlantic, categorized students as “intolerant bullies, (34)” meaning that the reasons for protests were not really reasons at all. Chang argues that the issues students are expressing need to be improved upon as if not, we will continue to go round and round in this vicious cycle. The addition of the apartheid in South Africa backs up Chang’s argument as there is a consensus of it being a serious issue. This explains why he included this piece of history and how it relates to college campuses. Encouraging critics to listen to students, just as Meyer did to those of color, is the only way to prevent today's youth from bring up the same issues in future years. Just as Chang predicted, the next school year brought protesters to hundreds of colleges and universities. What happened at Mizzou was just the beginning of a country wide movement for racial justice on campuses that hasn’t stopped
In December 1965, an issue was caused by teachers’ in violating students’ freedom of speech. In December some students from Des Moines Independent Community School District, in Iowa were suspended for wearing black armbands to protest against the American Government’s war policy in support Vietnam (Richard, Clayton, and Patrick).The school district pressed a complaint about it, although the students caused no harm to anyone. Students should be able to voice their opinions without the consequences of the school district.
The kid’s got no respect, man.” (Rodriquez 19). His teacher becomes furious, because the boy does not want to say the anthem like the other students. He feels obligated to say the anthem, and many readers can relate this aspect to the United States Constitution, where every human being is supposed to have freedom of speech and freedom of assembly, but of course, since the United States is the mother land, all those who live there have to obey their rules.... ...
The Pledge of Allegiance has become a major issue for students, teachers, parents and lawmakers. The original intention of the pledge was not to stir up trouble, but for a celebration of Christopher Columbus discovery of the new world. The pledge is no longer thought of as a celebration, but an infringement on children's religious beliefs. Do you believe that children's rights are being infringed on? Some people believe that the pledge is a great honor for our country. It has shown, and provided us with great pride just like our American flag. The Pledge of Allegiance being recited in the public school system does not infringe on the students religious beliefs, but is a way for us to honor our country and everything that we have done to get to this point in history.
Why should we stand for the pledge of allegiance? Because of the veterans who died for us? Because they fought for what we call “freedom”? I personally don’t think it should be a requirement for school.
Current social context demands that we see people either as flag-waving patriots or traitorous war protesters. American social institutions have supported this dichotomy by fostering a haven from the complexity of the world situation since 9/11: come in, they seem to say, and say a prayer for our country, sing the national anthem, recite the Pledge. These institutions know that familiar words act as aural blankets. We wrap ourselves with vocabulary and cadences that soothe our souls, repeating words without thought.
Many students all across America stand and salute to the flag every morning and repeat these words, “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, To the republic for which it stands, one nation, Under God, Indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” There are controversy behind these words of historical allegiance, and that is why many people are refusing to stand for the pledge. This nation was founded upon freedom and liberties, and with those liberties comes with the freedom to choose your religion. The words “Under God”
In conclusion, advocates for mandating the Pledge of Allegiance in schools justify their beliefs claiming that the Pledge has pedagogical value. These supporters seek to use it as a tool to share themes of community, loyalty, and respect in the midst of social diversity and change. Opponents on the other hand, disagree that the Pledge has any educational value and instead believe that it violates a person’s First Amendment rights. They ultimately seek to demonstrate that the Pledge is ineffective in transmitting values in public school.
Children in the United States go through many years of school reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, but does it encourage loyalty in their nation or fear of it? The years that I spent in school reciting the pledge did little to instill patriotism in me.
In war-torn, impoverished, and communist countries, America is a symbol for freedom. In America, our flag that waves red, white, and blue, is a symbol for our freedom. The Pledge of Allegiance begins with the words, "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands..." This republic form of government is what grants Americans freedom: the power is invested in the people, and the government is responsible for protecting the rights of the people. A republic can only prevail if the citizens understand and properly practice the responsibilities that such power entrusts with them. For example, the first amendment of the Constitution protects freedom of speech; this liberty is meant for good, but can easily be abused. My responsibility is to use my constitutional rights for good, however, issues concerning responsibility seldom have just one correct solution.
In recent years, a rise in verbal abuse and violence directed at people of color, lesbians, and gay men, and other historically persecuted groups has plagued the United States. Among the settings of these expressions of intolerance are college and university campuses, where bias incidents have occurred sporadically since the mid-1980's. Outrage, indignation and demands for change are the responses to these incidents - understandably, given the lack of racial and social diversity among students, faculty and administrators on most campuses. Many universities, under pressure to respond to the concerns of those who are the objects of hate, have adopted codes or olicies prhibiting speech that offends any group based on race gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. That's the wrong response, well-meaning or not. The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects speech no matter how offensive its content.
In America, “The World’s Melting Pot”, we are all unique and should be seen as individuals. Wearing a uniform does not allow for students to demonstrate their individuality; they have to dress conforming to the school’s uniform policy. According to Akerlof and Kranton, “...with attempting to establish a sense of community might be the loss of student’s sense of identification with the school, which could in turn yield lowered outcomes in effort and skills”. These policies leave the students questioning themselves and wondering, “Who am I?”. A survey, of 100 random students, conducted at Zapata High School showed that 72% of students reviewed felt that wearing a uniform suppresses their ability to express themselves as individuals. Forcing students to wear a uniform is also going against the first amendment, which clearly prohibits Congress from making laws that violate freedom of speech; it includes freed...
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"Girl, Interrupted" is a riveting psychological drama set against the backdrop of a psychiatric hospital in the late 1960s. The film, directed by James Mangold, details a complex journey of self-discovery, friendship, and resilience, anchored by a stellar cast and masterful storytelling. At its core, "Girl, Interrupted" is a genre-defying work that transcends conventional labels. It seamlessly blends drama, psychological thriller, and coming-of-age narrative elements, inviting viewers into a world where the boundaries between sanity and madness blur. Set in the late 1960s, the film captures the essence of a generation grappling with shifting social norms and the search for personal freedom and identity.
Students claim that requiring them to wear mandated uniforms deprives them of their ability to freely express themselves through their choice of dress. However, freedom of expression does consist of the rights to freedom of speech, assembly, and to petition the government, but the first amendment does not grant people the right to act any way they want without actions taken. Numerous schools have a straightforward dress code policy enforced. If these policies are violated, then the students could face consequences for their