[Floridafoodie]

Why is it that political signs have been banned from front yards yet people apparently are able to fly political flags, which are much bigger than a yard sign, from their flagpoles in their front yards???

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I never understood people that say that an American flag is a political symbol.

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr

I never understood people that say that an American flag is a political symbol.

Did you actually READ the origianl post. No mention of American Flag, just mentions POLITICAL FLAGS.

[Mortal1]

If you find it offensive deed restrictions.

[Anne17]

What type of flags are you referring to in your post?

[stadry]

i'm w/boogie altho the op's concern is political flags

[CWGUY]

Originally Posted by stadry

i'm w/boogie altho the op's concern is political flags

Did you actually READ the original post?

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Floridafoodie

Why is it that political signs have been banned from front yards yet people apparently are able to fly political flags, which are much bigger than a yard sign, from their flagpoles in their front yards???

Signs and flags are two different things with regard to the laws and rules. The display of flags is addressed by Florida law. Here is a link to the law.

Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes: Online Sunshine

I don't think that flags are addressed in The Villages restrictions and covenants because the State law gives homeowners certain rights that cannot be superseded by a covenant.

[Ben Franklin]

Political flags let you know who you want, or don't want to live next to.

[Vikingjunior]

It amazes me how some get so triggered by a political sign or flag, honestly get a life.

[Boomer]

Flag Etiquette:

Section 8i of the American flag code:

Advertising signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard from which the flag is flown.

In yards throughout TV, there is a specific flag flying on the same pole as the American flag. That flag is clearly political advertising. (And we all know what flag I am talking about.)

Not only is such a political flag obvious advertising, it is, in reality, actually disrespectful to everything our American flag stands for. (Think about that. Really, think about that. Think about the pledge, “One Nation...” ”Indivisible...”)

If you must “advertise” on a pole, get a separate pole and make sure the other flag does not fly as high as the American flag.

And don’t get me started on the battered, tattered American flags I have seen on my walks in TV.

Sincerely,
Betsy Ross Boomer

[barnacleb1ll]

Flags with the name of a person running for office or already in office. Saw one yesterday and was appalled, it was as large as the US flag.

[BS Beef]

I’m not in favor of either. I think the signs are trashy....and has a sign in your neighbors yard ever changed your mind on a candidate or issue?

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee

Did you actually READ the origianl post. No mention of American Flag, just mentions POLITICAL FLAGS.

Can’t have flag pole without American flag at the top

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Anne17

What type of flags are you referring to in your post?

LOL