Topic > Pledge of Allegiance: Patriotism or Violation?

For this reason, I believe the Pledge of Allegiance should continue to be recited in American public schools, however, I believe that those with conflicting religious views should be allowed to omit “under God.” They should also have the option to choose whether or not to pledge. We have amendments to the Constitution granted citing freedom of speech to include freedom of religion. I believe that not allowing those with differing views to engage would devalue these amendments and be very contradictory. As a child, I grew up in an abusive home and wasn't sure what my purpose and self-worth were. I wasn't a particularly patriotic person, but I think my time in the Air Force was where I found these things. I took pride in protecting others and it gave me a sense of pride to do for others what I could not do for myself in my own life.