The Importance Of Flag Desecration

What does the flag mean to me? To me the flag symbolizes a nation that allows you to be who you want to be, as well as the brave men and women who fought wars to protect the freedom and democracy of our nation. The flag is symbol of The United States of America. I see why a lot of people get upset over the desecration of the flag, it’s insulting to those who served in the military, and as well it’s an insult to those who had family or friends that have served.

The first amendment protects freedom of speech, press, peaceful assembly, religion, and the right to petition the government over grievances. When people burn the flag, it could be considered freedom of speech. However, there are laws that prohibit desecration of the flag. The only time burning the flag is ok, is when the flag is torn up. It is required to burn the flag only when it has ripped. Honestly I don’t know. On one hand you can say the first amendment. On the other hand you have laws that don’t allow desecration of the flag. In my opinion, I don’t think desecration of flag should be considered freedom of speech.
For a while now police have been extremely violent towards black people and sometimes people in general. I have seen news reports and videos of police using excess force. The officers who beat these people claim self-defense. However, the officer can get away with it. Even though they claim self-defense the videos clearly show that it is not the case. I understand that kneeling is way of protesting against police violence. There has to other ways of protesting against police brutality in a peaceful way. Disrespecting the flag is not going to stop the violence in our country. If anything you’re making matters