2007-03-08 07:28:56 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I'm already aware that there is no law requiring students to say the pledge to begin with.
2007-03-08 07:37:00 · update #1
no they have a right of choice unless islam has invaded our society.
2007-03-08 07:31:17 · answer #1 · answered by Tribble Macher 6 · 4⤊ 4⤋
Sure, why not. Say, 12 lashes in the lunchroom? Maybe letting all the other children punch them in the arm for an hour?
I have often wondered why we even need a pledge. Does it really enhance the education they are getting? It doesn't stop them from being bad, or make them become productive members of society. There are many beleivers who are drains on society, and many productive atheists out there. So, it really serves no purpose except being another way the religious can shove their beliefs in your face.
Oh, and before I get the "you're very unpatriotic"" answers I know are coming. I grew up in a military family. My father just retired from 30 years in the Army. I served four years in the Marine Corps honorably. I live my life in a patriotic way by following the law, being a good person, and enjoying the freedoms this country provides. I don't need to say some "pledge" everyday to remind me of how great this country is.
2007-03-08 07:36:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't feel that they should face punishment. They have the freedom of speech just like everyone else. I do not feel that the words should be removed from the pledge, but if someone doesn't believe in God they can simple omit the word for themselves.
God bless,
Stanbo
2007-03-08 07:35:28 · answer #3 · answered by Stanbo 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I never said the pledge all together, I love my country, but I never saw the point of being forced to say a structured chant, especially when most people are ripping apart the environment. It held no meaning to me. I got some weird looks at times, but nothing else. Actions speak louder than words.
2007-03-08 07:32:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
No - freedom of speech. What a wonderful Constitution America is governed under.
2007-03-08 07:39:18 · answer #5 · answered by Jeancommunicates 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a devout Christian.
Absolutely not, and real Christians would never want anyone to get punishment for that.
Christians believe that God gave us freewill, and everyone has to choose what they believe for themselves.
2007-03-08 07:37:55 · answer #6 · answered by chersa 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
NO, nor should the children that choose not to make a pledge at all.
2007-03-08 07:38:16 · answer #7 · answered by Murazor 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
God is the truth. This is hard for people to understand, so those who know should have patience and understanding while teacing those who wish to learn. Punishment is never acceptable, for we are all in need of compassion and are all searching for virtue.
2007-03-08 07:38:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is an unfair question to Christians.
Many Christians don't know that the Baptist minister who wrote it did not put Under god in there. It was added during a dark period in American history called McCarthyism.
If you respect the minister who wrote it, you say it the way he wrote it.
2007-03-08 07:36:47 · answer #9 · answered by LabGrrl 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Of course not. It should be none of the school's business if a student does or does not say it anyway.
2007-03-08 07:34:14 · answer #10 · answered by AJM 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
No. What do you take Jesus for? Some kind of crusader?
I do, however, think I get your point...and if I am reading it correctly you are asking why Christians get their panties in a bunch about this. Right?
2007-03-08 07:32:24 · answer #11 · answered by Jeff- <3 God <3 people 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋