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Old 01-28-2021, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by PaulinTV View Post
A neighbor is flying their US Flag upside down. Should I be concerned they are in distress and act, speak to them and advise that this is against US flag code in case they are unaware, or just consider they are aware and just disresrectful?
It is unlikely that they are unaware; they are probably trying to make a statement and get attention.

I would shake my head and leave it alone. You're not likely to change their mind but the attempt will give them the attention they are seeking and could lead to (more) bad feelings.
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