Letter to the editor: National Anthem idea isn’t good

Consider the universal custom in the United States to present the National Anthem, or to salute the flag, or to recite the Pledge of Allegiance as a prelude to school days or public events. Where in the United States Constitution is there mention of a national flag, or a national anthem or a pledge of allegiance? There is no reference to these “patriotic” practices we are expected to engage in even if we have doubts about what any of it really means.Maybe the most audacious of these observances have been at … (read more)

BRISTOL — If a Mount Abraham Union High School proposal is approved, “The Star-Spangled Banner” could become a regular feature of school life there.“Each school day or week should begin with the national anthem of the United States of America … in order … (read more)

I understand that there is a proposal seriously being considered at Mount Abe to have the Star-Spangled Banner played every day at the beginning of school.A public message to the Mount Abraham School District decision makers:Repetition is not education. I … (read more)