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Link Posted: 7/16/2023 1:36:24 PM EST
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According to the U.S. Flag Code, flying the American flag shouldn't be flown upside down — with the stars at the bottom — "except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property."
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Sounds familiar to me... YMMV.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 1:38:47 PM EST
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I've been flying the Texas flag and the Confederate navy jack since Biden has been president.

I retired my old glory for now.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 1:39:02 PM EST
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No. It's an international distress signal. I'm thankful I never needed to run one up the rigging upside down. Also thankful I never had to test the freshness of the crackers in the life raft.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 1:45:51 PM EST
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The stock market is up 40% from exactly 3 years ago.
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I've been putting flag stamps upside down on envelopes for 3 years now.

My bank account and retirement funds have been in distress.

The stock market is up 40% from exactly 3 years ago.

You're in distress when you've put everything in crypto. But blame Biden if that makes you feel better.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:03:42 PM EST
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According to the U.S. Flag Code, flying the American flag shouldn't be flown upside down   with the stars at the bottom   "except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property."
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Sounds fitting
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:06:37 PM EST
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Well?
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:08:38 PM EST
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If someone doesn't want to fly the American flag because they are butthurt they lost an election, hey man it's a free country.   Fly it or don't fly it.

Flying the American Flag upside down - that IS disrespecting it (unless you are actually far out at sea without power and sinking quickly risking loss of lives).

It's absolutely nothing but a whiny bitch move - but better for everyone else that such so called "patriots" self identify to others around them as morons.  

What's next?  Them proudly burning the American flag as a "protest" if they lose again in 2024?

I don't like F'ing Joe Biden or the Democrats, but I do Love America and I know that we can weather this. We survived Jimmy Carter.  We survived Bill Clinton. We survived Obama.  We'll get past Joe Biden too.  

I fly my American Flag proudly - Every Single Day.   It is entirely possible to Love Your Country While you Loath a Politician currently President.  

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I stopped saying the pledge in the 8th grade.  Do you say it while your coffee is brewing?

It was a serious question to the two members that stopped flying the Flag. Not sure what your angle is or if its some edgy humor.
I do say the pledge, face the flag and remove my hat/cover when I hear it. Does that warrant more smart ass shit from you?


@Idaholandho

Funny that "American Patriots" who screamed & raged about people "disrespect'n America" by kneeling for the National anthem are now showing they are  "Real Patriots" by ...

... disrespecting the American flag.

I Love My Country - Everything - be it Right or Wrong.  I don't ignore the "problems" but instead I work to fix the "problems" & know America is still far better place than anywhere else.

Being a Real Patriot means sticking it out in the tough times until Victory finally comes to those who sacrificed & worked for it.

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Stopping flying it or flying it upside down as a sign of distress per the flag code is disrespecting it?


If someone doesn't want to fly the American flag because they are butthurt they lost an election, hey man it's a free country.   Fly it or don't fly it.

Flying the American Flag upside down - that IS disrespecting it (unless you are actually far out at sea without power and sinking quickly risking loss of lives).

It's absolutely nothing but a whiny bitch move - but better for everyone else that such so called "patriots" self identify to others around them as morons.  

What's next?  Them proudly burning the American flag as a "protest" if they lose again in 2024?

I don't like F'ing Joe Biden or the Democrats, but I do Love America and I know that we can weather this. We survived Jimmy Carter.  We survived Bill Clinton. We survived Obama.  We'll get past Joe Biden too.  

I fly my American Flag proudly - Every Single Day.   It is entirely possible to Love Your Country While you Loath a Politician currently President.  

Bigger_Hammer


I don’t think you comprehend the magnitude of the issues.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:17:58 PM EST
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Exactly. And I do believe we are getting to the point where flying "stars down" is appropriate. Old Pedo Joe, and the rest of the DemonRats, are destroying the country. And the former is bound and determined to get us into a fighting war with Russia. Cluster bombs recently - and soon to be F-16s. We are purposely poking the bear if you ask me.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:18:23 PM EST
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My Stars and Stripes was actually flown over an airbase in AFG. I started flying it inverted after we cut and run from there. Lately I just usually fly my Gadsden or my college team flag (go Bobcats!). I do however have a black flag with a yellow alligator and the words "fuck around and find out" on it. I've assured the spouse that I'm saving that one for when the pmag covers are close to being removed.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:19:18 PM EST
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Classless. Fly your flag high and proud. Don’t let them take it from you.

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Can't believe you haven't been canceled yet. But you still live in a free state.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:20:21 PM EST
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Mine flew upside down on January 20, 2020.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:29:12 PM EST
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If someone doesn't want to fly the American flag because they are butthurt they lost an election, hey man it's a free country.   Fly it or don't fly it.

Flying the American Flag upside down - that IS disrespecting it (unless you are actually far out at sea without power and sinking quickly risking loss of lives).

It's absolutely nothing but a whiny bitch move - but better for everyone else that such so called "patriots" self identify to others around them as morons.  

What's next?  Them proudly burning the American flag as a "protest" if they lose again in 2024?

I don't like F'ing Joe Biden or the Democrats, but I do Love America and I know that we can weather this. We survived Jimmy Carter.  We survived Bill Clinton. We survived Obama.  We'll get past Joe Biden too.  

I fly my American Flag proudly - Every Single Day.   It is entirely possible to Love Your Country While you Loath a Politician currently President.  

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The fuck is this "blah blah rah rah 'Murica" shit? We don't live in 1982 anymore. Our government has been utterly coopted by wolves. You think that by your example that our gov will get its shit together and voluntariy relinquish power? I'm not a Fairweather fan, but I'm damn sure that my country is not my country anymore. I just happen to live here. Sad, but true.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:32:31 PM EST
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I still love America so I fly the flag everyday - right side up.
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Amen BROTHER.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:41:42 PM EST
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I took Old Glory down in January of 2020. Been flying the Polish Home Army flag ever since.

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Same...but I do hoist the Betsy Ross flag on Memorial and Independence days.

FJB!
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 2:43:33 PM EST
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My “I voted” stickers are alway displayed upside down…
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 3:14:02 PM EST
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Pathetic, did you both stop saying the pledge also?
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I took it down.

This. I haven't flown Old Glory for more than three years. I don't have a clue what that flag even stands for any more.

Pathetic, did you both stop saying the pledge also?

Yep. Imagine bragging publicly about being a fucking bitch.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:00:10 PM EST
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Yep. Imagine bragging publicly about being a fucking bitch.
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I took it down.

This. I haven't flown Old Glory for more than three years. I don't have a clue what that flag even stands for any more.

Pathetic, did you both stop saying the pledge also?

Yep. Imagine bragging publicly about being a fucking bitch.

Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:26:11 PM EST
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If someone doesn't want to fly the American flag because they are butthurt they lost an election, hey man it's a free country.   Fly it or don't fly it.

Flying the American Flag upside down - that IS disrespecting it (unless you are actually far out at sea without power and sinking quickly risking loss of lives).

It's absolutely nothing but a whiny bitch move - but better for everyone else that such so called "patriots" self identify to others around them as morons.  

What's next?  Them proudly burning the American flag as a "protest" if they lose again in 2024?


I don't like F'ing Joe Biden or the Democrats, but I do Love America and I know that we can weather this. We survived Jimmy Carter.  We survived Bill Clinton. We survived Obama.  We'll get past Joe Biden too.  

I fly my American Flag proudly - Every Single Day.   It is entirely possible to Love Your Country While you Loath a Politician currently President.
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If?
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:27:02 PM EST
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I was riding down the road yesterday and noticed a house flying the American flag up side down. It got me to thinking anyone here flying their flag up side down?
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no. The flag of these United States isn't an instrument to express your displeasure or anger. It's to be flown with pride and respect…..or not flown at all.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:32:00 PM EST
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How classy. That's exactly the kind of thing I want my 7 year old daughters to see when we're driving around.
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Currently flying this one . . .

https://i.imgur.com/j9Rc69s.jpg

How classy. That's exactly the kind of thing I want my 7 year old daughters to see when we're driving around.



Lots of those near where I live. My grandson asked me why they fly it. I told him it's so that butthurt people can find each other.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:34:47 PM EST
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When it gets really bad, this one is going up. Attachment Attached File
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:36:05 PM EST
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Lots of those near where I live. My grandson asked me why they fly it. I told him it's so that butthurt people can find each other.
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That and also the "don't step on snake" and "blue live matter" flags flown together. Cognitive dissonance!
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:40:05 PM EST
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Upside down is a distress signal.  If I see it that way, I'm calling 911 and they can talk to the police about their "emergency".

If it's a real emergency, it's good somebody called.

If it's because your feelz was hurt (your party lost an election, criminals you like were arrested, somebody you don't know doesn't want to screw you because they don't like your body parts, etc.), get used to having the conversation until you stop crying wolf and disrespecting the flag over your snowflakeness.
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Is this the boomer version of swatting?
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:41:32 PM EST
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We've got a long way to go before we start burning tires
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According to the U.S. Flag Code, flying the American flag shouldn't be flown upside down — with the stars at the bottom — "except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property."


I think we’re there.


We've got a long way to go before we start burning tires


Nobody said anything about burning tires.  People don't think a nation in peril be like that, but it do.

ETA, my flag flies the way it was intended.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:42:25 PM EST
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When it gets really bad, this one is going up. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/139619/IMG_0663_jpg-2888162.JPG
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so you can loose for the second time?
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:45:04 PM EST
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if I did it would be all black or Jolly Roger
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I took it down.

This. I haven't flown Old Glory for more than three years. I don't have a clue what that flag even stands for any more.

Pathetic, did you both stop saying the pledge also?

Yep. Imagine bragging publicly about being a fucking bitch.

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I don't think you read that correctly.

The Pledge is a statist incantation.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:53:00 PM EST
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I was flying the NC secession flag for a while but it tattered up pretty good and i haven't replaced it with anything
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:59:35 PM EST
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Grateful immigrant, so the flag is up every single day.  :)

Link Posted: 7/16/2023 4:59:53 PM EST
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I fly my US flag as normal, however I noticed a neighbor flying what looks like some sort of gay pride flag or something? I knocked on their door and told them June is over, still have it up

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Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:08:22 PM EST
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We went thru this when Obama was elected

One of the residents on a federal highway
Was unhappy with the election
He flew his flag upside down for 8 years

Let the complaints begin
People would get pissef when the dispatcher
would advise them it was a form of free speech
under the first amendment per the county attorney

To which the complaint would always say

BUT THAT JUST AINT RIGHT
(Apparently the 1st amendment only applys to them)

Got to love unhappy out of towners passing thru
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:22:36 PM EST
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Many people just don’t understand this.
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Upside down is a distress signal.  If I see it that way, I'm calling 911 and they can talk to the police about their "emergency".

If it's a real emergency, it's good somebody called.

If it's because your feelz was hurt (your party lost an election, criminals you like were arrested, somebody you don't know doesn't want to screw you because they don't like your body parts, etc.), get used to having the conversation until you stop crying wolf and disrespecting the flag over your snowflakeness.
Yeah uh IDK where you've been but we're far beyond the "our party lost the election" and well into the "our elections are meaningless and we're run by a corrupt cabal of pedophiles" part  of US history.


Many people just don’t understand this.



because reality is a scary MFer

Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:24:33 PM EST
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I don't think I've ever flown a flag as an adult.

ETA: I put up a Mexican gay pride flag on one of my houses once, and blasted music/shot a lot of tannerite right before the property across the road auctioned, since I wanted to repress the bids and buy it.


Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:26:02 PM EST
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Replace it with a black flag
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I fly my US flag as normal, however I noticed a neighbor flying what looks like some sort of gay pride flag or something? I knocked on their door and told them June is over, still have it up

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He must be Puerto Rican.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:28:32 PM EST
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Pretty much describes the situation under FJB.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:32:34 PM EST
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Upside down is a distress signal.  If I see it that way, I'm calling 911 and they can talk to the police about their "emergency".

If it's a real emergency, it's good somebody called.

If it's because your feelz was hurt (your party lost an election, criminals you like were arrested, somebody you don't know doesn't want to screw you because they don't like your body parts, etc.), get used to having the conversation until you stop crying wolf and disrespecting the flag over your snowflakeness.
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Your inner Karen is showing.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:34:48 PM EST
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Classless. Fly your flag high and proud. Don't let them take it from you.

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The funny thing is that most of the states represented by that ring of stars are the worst of the lot.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:37:22 PM EST
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How classy. That's exactly the kind of thing I want my 7 year old daughters to see when we're driving around.
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Currently flying this one . . .

https://i.imgur.com/j9Rc69s.jpg

How classy. That's exactly the kind of thing I want my 7 year old daughters to see when we're driving around.
Maybe it'll distract her from the drag queens and rainbow flags.
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Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:39:55 PM EST
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When Potatohead was elected I attached a long black streamer to the top of the flag staff.  It flies with the National Flag.
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Perfect rejoinder!
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I knew a guy who was in his 80s when he pulled over and stopped traffic in a busy intersection to pick up an an American flag laying in the road. Korean vet. He bled red white and blue. RIP AL


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It was a serious question to the two members that stopped flying the Flag. Not sure what your angle is or if its some edgy humor.
I do say the pledge, face the flag and remove my hat/cover when I hear it. Does that warrant more smart ass shit from you?


I knew a guy who was in his 80s when he pulled over and stopped traffic in a busy intersection to pick up an an American flag laying in the road. Korean vet. He bled red white and blue. RIP AL


I did something similar one night in the rain. Looked like somebody lost one off the back of their brodozer. I spotted it, turned around  and went back to pick it up. The ex was in the car and gave me shit over it.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 5:51:20 PM EST
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Good idea. I'll be using that going forward.
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I noticed one of my neighbors who flies both the American flag and the Gadsen, has flipped theirs upside-down for this reason. We are experiencing exactly this due to our county and state weaponizing the perpetual "state of emergency" to destroy residential neighborhoods in unincorporated areas. I've elaborated elsewhere. Oregonians may have seen us on the news a few times.

Good reminder though, I need to put up a flag. I don't think I'd fly it upside down, but I get exactly why he does.
Link Posted: 7/16/2023 6:00:01 PM EST
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My hunt camp... it's the way I feel with what's going on, in plain view, in America. If you disagree, that's fine, I support your right to feel what ever way you do on the topic.



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This. I haven't flown Old Glory for more than three years. I don't have a clue what that flag even stands for any more.
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I took it down.

This. I haven't flown Old Glory for more than three years. I don't have a clue what that flag even stands for any more.



Oh, lord.  Could you be any more fake edgy?  



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Every damn day.

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