I wish I wasn't required to stand for the pledge. (I'm a teacher. State law requires everyone to do it every day.) When I asked what the consequences would be if I didn't, I was basically told I'm welcome to exercise my 1st ammendment right, but I get no help if parents complain. I'm more help to students inside the classroom than out... but I absolutely never call out any kid who chooses not to. I just happen to be making coffee during that part of class most days.

[–] lazynooblet@lazysoci.al 11 points 4 days ago (1 children)

That's some serious indoctrination. Wow.

[–] Diplomjodler3@lemmy.world 6 points 4 days ago

Soon they'll be required to swear allegiance to the Führer every day.

[–] AlecSadler@lemmy.blahaj.zone 8 points 4 days ago

State law requires it? That's insane. I'm sorry.

[–] projectmoon@lemm.ee 3 points 4 days ago (1 children)

What state?

[–] BandDad@lemmy.zip 1 points 4 days ago (1 children)

Iowa

[–] projectmoon@lemm.ee 1 points 1 day ago

Sounds about right. Also illegal.

[–] GaMEChld@lemmy.world 2 points 4 days ago

When I taught I never stood or recorded the pledge. I found the concept insulting. How dare they question my loyalty on a daily basis? Don't think anyone noticed.