The pledge of allegiance has been recited for years by generations of students. It’s a tradition that we have all grown up with and know all too well. “I pledge allegiance...” those few words have been a topic of discussion ever since they were first said in October of 1892. Today many still believe in the pledge and the message that comes with it while others do not‚ it is an oath that has been and still is very controversial. Many people still believe in the power of the pledge. Believing we should
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The Pledge of Allegiance in the Public School System The Pledge of Allegiance has become a major issue for students‚ teachers‚ parents and lawmakers. The original intention of the pledge was not to stir up trouble‚ but for a celebration of Christopher Columbus discovery of the new world. The pledge is no longer thought of as a celebration‚ but an infringement on children’s religious beliefs. Do you believe that children’s rights are being infringed on? Some people believe that the pledge is a great
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Lauren Miranda 01/16/17 Period 2 AP Language “Under God” In the Pledge of Allegiance The pledge of allegiance has remained an important part of the American legacy and culture. It takes part in the American school system‚ in American sports‚ and in many other areas. Many say that the pledge holds a place in their hearts‚ where it allows them to show their pride for their country. But in this pledge there are two words that have a tendency ring in the ears of many Americans‚ “under god.” In a country
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The Pledge of Allegiance was specifically made for showing off patriotism in the United States when it was originally written in 1892. This was until 1954‚ when President Dwight D. Eisenhower and Congress added “under God” to the pledge (Encyclopedia Britannica). This has started causing a stir in the United States. Some say it should be changed or maybe even removed. Some say it should stay. I believe it should be changed‚ but it is not required to be removed. No one country specifically has God’s
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“If friendship has an opposite‚ it’s war.”(183) Vietnam; Pledge Allegiance‚ by Chris Lynch is an action packed‚ death craving‚ full-of-friendships type of book. It is historical fiction‚ and I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an awesome war book. This book depicts from the Vietnam War about four friends who decide to join‚ and right now‚ it is Morris’ perspective. This is society vs. society‚ human vs. human. This is taking place right now in the town of Boston where four regular
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The Pledge Controversy "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America‚ and to the Republic for which it stands; one nation under God‚ indivisible‚ with liberty and justice for all." The Pledge of Allegiance‚ written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy has undergone quite an evolution. It was made mandatory in schools by the US Supreme Court in 1940 but was withdrawn three years later‚ was congressionally recognized as national pledge in 1942 and was further augmented with words “under god”
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The Pledge: A Controversy During the time of World War II‚ when war was erupting in Europe and Asia‚ the United States was trying to create ways in which to unite its occupants by instilling a sense of nationalism and patriotism in the minds of fellow Americans. Two important court cases that have helped shape our society today arose as a result of this because of the injustices caused by some of the established regulations. The case of Minersville School District v. Gobitis successfully illustrates
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-Anecdotal Hook Our dollar bills have the quote of “in God we trust” and our Pledge of Allegiance has “one nation under God”. The Supreme Court now has a new judge who has strictly made decision based on his faith. Their faiths may not be the same as you and I profess. Your religion may not be the same as his and he may not have a religion at all. We have been taught about the US Constitution since we were in elementary school‚ I remember singing a song about James Madison writing about the Constitution
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the pledge Before I get started let me tell you some history about the Pledge of Allegiance and how it was made. Over 100 years ago‚ when the pledge was created‚ there was no words or reference to God and religion. In 1954‚ during the Cold War‚ congress added the words “Under God” to the pledge of Allegiances to take a way the US system from the atheism of Communist system. Everyone was fine with it back then‚ but it all changes about 15 years ago. In 2002 the Phrase “ Under God” in the Pledge of
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The Pledge of Allegiance of the United States closes with the statement‚ “With liberty and justice for all”. For millions of refugees and immigrants‚ America represents freedom‚ safety‚ and most significantly‚ opportunity. The recent influx of illegal immigrants into America sparks debate over action and restrictions over the immigrants. Today in America‚ an increase in the presence of sanctuary cities brings forth an opportunity for low priority immigrants to remain in the country without the fear
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