Throughout those 30 years, however, burning Old Glory has also been one of the strongest political statements of discontent anyone show. And although the flag is beautiful and does deserve a certain level of respect, the option to make such a strong statement should not be taken away. And let's face it, people don't burn flags for the sake of burning them, they do so with a message in mind. Justice Brennan's words still hold strong and Congress should not toss them aside. For years, he and members of the U.S. Supreme Court did their best to protect the Constitution and everything it stands for.
Political speech is that which has received the highest protection in our country.
Without it, America would begin to resemble that of a dictatorship or some sort of militaristic society. No one can deny expression of that freedom is extremely cherished in this country either. Members of Congress should stop wasting their time in trying to pass the mere window dressing amendment and address the real problems of the nation. Instead of focusing on a particular action of an individual, why not take a look at what it is they are so angry about. Alecia Foster is a Signal staff writer.