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I meant Civics Classes as a generic term, but I envisioned one that introduced the basics: Nothing wrong with that.
Obviously, we need to teach our students critical thinking and levels of analysis, I wasn't mixing the issues and they're not mutually exclusive.
EX: how our government works (branches, bill to law ec), civic pride, basic manners and etiquette, respect for the elderly etc. At least a rudimentary learning. Then you can decide what you want to do with that information, but at least make it available.
I agree that it is rather odd to play the national anthem before a sports games, and have military procedures, flybys - seems a bit excessive and inappropriate too. But my point was, if they're playing it, proper protocol should be exercised. (I know, I know, it's a personal choice, but I'm just expressing my opinion, I'm not advocating draconian measures for patriotism).
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