Originally Posted by Barkoff
Originally Posted by rphguy
I grew up with Rebel flags all over my room because I loved Ole Miss from birth, nothing to do with race.
I've also loved history all my life.
But, when I grew up, I ditched the flags.
I would not fly one at my home, yet I am not offended by others who do.
I am a preacher and I preach in white and black member churches.
I don't want to offend my brothers in Christ over some kind of dedication to a nation that hasn't existed in 150 years.

I am proud to be from the South for many reasons.
Slavery and racism I am not proud of.

I think it is time to move on.


So would you say that the vast majority of blacks in the south, see that flag as an insult, or are most indifferent?


It's quite clear you don't want any "straight dope" on this issue; only a justification to support your already established agenda. Please be sure to apply the same said "logic" to arguments about the Stars and Stripes, as well as the flags of California and several other states, when that time comes (soon).

Originally Posted by Mannlicher
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.