on top of that, I would be gratefull to have an estimate of its current use in schools, whether mandatory or not. Please keep in mind that I'm not a US-Citizen, so don't assume I know anything about it ! Thanx in advance...
2007-02-21 03:51:37 · 6 answers · asked by enlight_me_pls 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
South and North Carloina
2007-02-21 03:53:58 · answer #1 · answered by random/\me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, I don't think the pledge is mandatory anymore. If a student does not want to recite it then the student does not have to recite it. This is not just because of the religious line in the pledge but also because it is viewed at a violation of the freedom of expression.
Here is a link with some information about it.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pledge_of_Allegiance#Criticism_of_the_pledge
Frazier v. Alexandre is discussed along with the ramifications of that case.
2007-02-21 11:53:58 · answer #2 · answered by A.Mercer 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Missouri schools require the Pledge a minimum of once a week
2007-02-21 11:59:28 · answer #3 · answered by TQTX37A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i think it should be said in all schools. If you feel that if some other country is better, or if they dont understand what the pledge means they need to do their homework. I dont know why its a big deal not to say it? If you dont have faith in your country try living in another one?
2007-02-21 11:57:35 · answer #4 · answered by kram_7777 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Should be all, children need to know about patriotic duties, and "pledge" the loyalty to this country if they are reaping the benefits of being educated here for FREE!
2007-02-21 11:55:20 · answer #5 · answered by Waagosh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Virginia, that's all I know
2007-02-21 11:53:36 · answer #6 · answered by fourcheeks4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋