The Proper Standard: January 2025

This gesture is contrary to the Flag Code. While the authors prioritize matters such as these, we've observed previously that many others do not.

Speaker Johnson orders US Capitol flags raised to full height for Trump’s inaugura tion

Welcome Message

What follow are our opinions of what are proper or (more commonly) improper displays and/or uses of the flag of the United States of America. Truly, most of our fellow citizens take patriotism to heart, and most issues are inadvertent, accidental or unknowing. When we encounter circumstances such as those, we approach the issue politely and practically, and ask that they be remedied. We invite you to do the same. Most people are receptive and correct the problem; admittedly and unfortunately, some are not and do not. Pursuing the appropriate respect for, and display and use of our national emblem often-times requires courage, but it pales relative to that shown by those who sacrificed everything to enable us to do so.

Remember, we're not saying the Flag Code is always "correct," politically or practically. We're saying that citizenship calls for respectful compliance. Disagree with the Flag Code if you must, but pursue a change in the law rather than ignore it. Our ability--indeed, our obligation to participate within the system, after all, is the very essence of the flag, and the republic for which it stands.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Speaker Johnson orders US Capitol flags raised to full height for Trump’s inauguration