A question about flag-burning

[benlehman]

Hey.

So, apparently, we're having another go at the flag-burning law.

This is sort of puzzling to me. I was always under the impression that the proper rules of respect for the American flag required, among other things, burning it if it ever was soiled (including touching the ground, right?) How does proper disposal of Old Glory fit into the new law? If my flag touches the ground, how can I dispose of it properly and legally?

Of course, proper flag display rules also rule out bumper stickers and flags that just hang out in front of your house day and night, so maybe actual respect for the symbol of the republic has gone the way of the dodo, anyway.

Comments

[itsmrwilson.livejournal.com]

Let's see, there's some hungry kids over here, but over here there's a flag being burned.

I know what needs our fullest attention!

[pete-darby.livejournal.com]

So, how many servicemen dead in Iraq? Just checking.