Standing and placing one's hand over his/her heart ( or salute) when the Star Spangled Banner (National Anthem) is played demonstrates respect for this nation and those who gave blood and treasure to defend it. Songs such as America the Beautiful ,etc should also be given respect, the manner in which is going to be different and personal for each of us.
Love of country and respect demonstrates gratitude and appreciation for a nation that allows freedoms many people around the world only dream of but will never realize. Its why celebrities who show an open disdain for this nation and who received more than their deserved share of its blessings is ironic and a mystery to me
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