[dillywho]

The most disrespectful thing I see here is at the parades. There are many who don't bother to stand, remove hats/caps, either salute (current and/or former military are allowed to do this) or place their hand over their heart, and save the rest of their conversations until after the colors have passed. It doesn't matter who is carrying the flag, military or just the common man, it is still what you do.

On the other hand, I have noticed some in wheelchairs struggle to stand for those few seconds as the flag bearers pass. The men who do this always remove their headgear first. They often have to hang on to someone or something with their hands, but they stand as best they can. I have also seen women stand as best they could, too. Many of the ones in wheelchairs who cannot stand at all, still show their respect in whatever way they can. I really, really admire all these people who put handicaps aside to honor our flag.