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Originally Posted by LDUB
I don't see any correlation between sports officiating and wearing a flag. I really don't get it. I don't wear a flag on any of my street clothes, why should I wear one when I am on the field/court?
And yes, having to sew anything on a shirt is a bother...I don't care if it is a state association patch, position placket, numbers, or a flag.
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I think you covered it when you observed, "I really don't get it.". It's not about a correlation between sports officiating and our flag.
It's about respect, it's about 9/11, it's about honoring those who are spread out around the globe so we're able to enjoy participating in a great game back home without fearing that something terrible might happen just for being there. It's about being proud enough about being blessed as an American, to designate yourself as an American.
Unfortunately, if you really don't "get it", it's doubtful you ever will.