[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Vikingjunior

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

Me too, I guess I’m too busy keeping my eyes on the road and not gawking around.

[Aw Man]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

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in The Villages restrictions and covenants because the State law gives homeowners certain rights that cannot be superseded by a covenant.

The statute referenced in the above post lists specific types of flags that can be displayed and political flags are not included.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

In a society that is so polarized a political flag of either party effects the property owner next door to some degree . If he decides to sell his home there are some people who will not buy it because of the political affiliation of the neighbor, it’s sad but reality these days . I still wonder why people can’t follow the rules, makes life easier for everyone

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Aw Man

The statute referenced in the above post lists specific types of flags that can be displayed and political flags are not included.

I agree. But, the law doesn't seen to prohibit them either. I don't fully understand the law, especially regarding the part about "SLAPP" lawsuits. Would that have anything to do with political flags?

[Rapscallion St Croix]

Little boxes on the hillside,
Little boxes made of ticky tacky
Little boxes on the hillside,
Little boxes all the same,
There's a pink one and a green one
And a blue one and a yellow one
And they're all made out of ticky tacky
And they all look just the same.

[Rosie1950]

This is nothing new. If u don’t want to be judged, don’t advertise or wave banners. My dad who passed 40yrs ago always said “ you never discuss RELIGION, POLITICS or who’s going to sit were at the WEDDING or FUNERAL”! So I think it’s safe to say nothing has changed, loose lips sink ship’s.

[billlaur]

How abou the American flag with a Blue line thru it, whats that about???

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by billlaur

How abou the American flag with a Blue line thru it, whats that about???

Support of police offers back in early 60’s.

[Buffalo Jim]

Originally Posted by CWGUY

Did you actually READ the original post?

Too much caffeine this AM ?

[Buffalo Jim]

Originally Posted by charlieo1126@gmail.com

In a society that is so polarized a political flag of either party effects the property owner next door to some degree . If he decides to sell his home there are some people who will not buy it because of the political affiliation of the neighbor, it’s sad but reality these days . I still wonder why people can’t follow the rules, makes life easier for everyone

Please cite the " Rule " about Flags being flown in The Villages . This subject has been debated often in the past and eventually the outcome is that such flags are allowed .

[Buffalo Jim]

Originally Posted by billlaur

How abou the American flag with a Blue line thru it, whats that about???

It is in support of Law Enforcement Officers . IE " The Thin Blue Line " .

Do you have objections to that flag ?

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Buffalo Jim

Please cite the " Rule " about Flags being flown in The Villages . This subject has been debated often in the past and eventually the outcome is that such flags are allowed .

See the link in Post No. 8. It is the Florida law on flags.

[Rapscallion St Croix]

Originally Posted by Buffalo Jim

It is in support of Law Enforcement Officers . IE " The Thin Blue Line " .

Do you have objections to that flag ?

I have none, but I find it puzzling that people think that displaying a symbol of support for any cause means they are actually supporting that cause. To me, it is analogous to those news anchors who say our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims. I seriously doubt they are going to say a prayer our devote any thoughts other than how to weave the subject into their report.

Most folks with a modicum of savvy realize that rhetoric, bumper stickers, and flags do not change minds about an issue, candidate, or cause. They do change minds about the person proffering their opinion via such methods.

[jebartle]

Originally Posted by 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?

Changed my opinion of my neighbor! It's hard to fix stupid, so I do it with my trip to the poll and VOTE!

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Not the political flag I have no problem with American flag