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It was first recited in it's original form on October 12th 1892
The phrase "under God" was not added until June14th of 1954, some 138 years later.
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When did they add under god in the pledge of allegiance?
I had heard that adding "under god" to the Pledge of Allegiance was motivated by anti-communist sentiment. it was introduced during the time of the red scare when President Eisenhower was in office. he basically said if you denied god you were a "commie" The phrase "under god" was added to the Pledge in 1954 by President Eisenhower, he said, after adding these words, "In this way we are reaffirming the transcendence of religious faith in America's heritage and future; in this way we shall constantly strengthen those spiritual weapons which forever will be country's most powerful resource in peace and war." It is obviously questionably Constitutional for states to insert it into school curriculums. To wit, ever since there has been lawsuit after lawsuit contesting it on the basis of 1) Government establishment of religion and 2) Equal treatment under the law.
Why do Americans pledge the Pledge of Allegiance?
Those who do say it do so because they believe you should express your loyalty to your country - every day, in the case of school children. Those who don't say it do so for many reasons: 1. Meaning lost in endless repetition, no explanation given, no history provided. 2. Comprises an ideological viewpoint that is forced on little kids by authorities to whom they are dependent. 3. The two above, taken together, is the definition of brainwashing. 4. The absurdity of having to repeat a pledge daily that apparently is only good for 24 hours. 5. The conforming routine of it, which makes you feel like a brain-dead robot sheep as opposed to a citizen of a free country who enjoys individual liberty. 6. Subordinates the people to the government, which we are told on good authority was created by us, with allegiance to us, not us to it. 7. Exalts nationalism over federalism contrary to the basic principles of our Republic. Subsuming states and individual rights to central government is a necessary pre-requisite for a centralized, socialist government to gain traction. This was an explicit goal of Francis Bellamy, the socialist author of the PofA. 8. Encourages jingoism. Antagonistic tribalism. No other countries have their citizens swear a loyalty oath to their government (except Mexico and the Philippines, mimicking the U.S). 9. Concocted by a company that sold flags as part of a plan to compel schools to buy more flags while instilling socialist-style nationalism in American children. 10. Unsavory connection with Nazis. The Pledge originally featured the Nazi-style salute. In fact, Hitler got it from the Italian fascists who much admired, that's right, kids in America doing it while saying the Pledge. See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bellamy_salute (Man, if that doesn't give you chills) 11. Is patriotic lip-service in place of, even at the expense of, actual civic engagement and action. (Symbolic patriotism) 12. Is uncritical patriotism at the expense of maintaining oversight over government. (Blind patriotism) 13. Considered by many Christians idolatry, taking the name of God in vain, swearing oaths, serving two masters. 14. Divides the nation (and the classroom) along religious lines. Only those represented by the Judeo-Christian "God" need apply as patriots (Ironic that "under God", comes right before "indivisible.") 15. Is hypocritical on the part of adults, bullying little kids into doing something that adults themselves don't do. (You say the Pledge every day, do you, and on a government mandated schedule?) 16. And last, but not least, pledging allegiance to a flag is just stupid.
Why did China and The Soviet Union end their allegiance?
The Cultural Revolution caused China and the Soviet Union to end their allegiance
Why are atheists allowed to serve in the US military or hold public office when the US pledge clearly says one nation under God?
The United States is a secular state that respects the principle of religious freedom for all its citizens. This means that individuals of any religious belief, or those who do not hold any religious beliefs (such as atheists), have the same rights and opportunities as others to serve in the military or hold public office. The phrase "one nation under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance is not meant to exclude atheists; rather, it reflects a broad religious sentiment that is not exclusive to any particular belief system.
How did some people try to help immigrants try to transition to living in America?
According to the immigration policy which has been around almost forever. The immigrant can come to this country if he possess a skill that is needed by this country. He also needs to have a sponsor who make sure he has a job and a place to live before he can enter this country. He also has to pass a citizenship test. He also has to pledge allegiance to the United States. He also has to wait behind all other who have applied for citizenship. I may have missed a few but that is what the sponsor is supposed to do.
Has the pledge of allegiance ever been changed?
nope :)
Why does one pledge allegiance to a flag?
The Pledge of Allegiance is mainly an US tradition, not found in the majority of other countries, at least not to the extent it exists in other countries. It was originally written by Francis Bellamy, and has been modified four times since then. The latest modification was in 1954. The Pledge of Allegiance is for the purpose of expressing your loyalty to the federal flag. By extension this means you are pledging allegiance to your country. Some people choose not to Pledge Allegiance for various personal reasons.
How many years is the pledge of allegiance?
The original Pledge of Allegiance was written by Francis Bellamy in 1892, and has been changed four times since. The original is 118 years old, but since the last change (adding the words "under God") in 1954 it is 56 years old.
Is the pledge of allegiance illegal in public schools?
My wife and I are both public school teachers. And in the state of Michigan it not only isn't illegal, it is said every morning.The pledge of allegiance has not be made illegal in any public school in the US.However what has been made illegal is for the teacher,coach,principle,school board ect to require that every student must recite the Pledge...Due to the religious nature of the Pledge a student can decline to participate in reciting the pledge if it is against their religious beliefs or lack thereof and the student can not be punished for doing so..
What does indivisible mean in the pledge of allegiance?
The pledge of allegiance refers to all the states that make up the republic of the United States. Indivisible means that the states would remain together and not separate into separate countries.It was originally written by Francis Bellamy (1855 - 1931) in August 1892. There have been several changes since then.
In what year did congress recognize the pledge of allegiance?
The Pledge of Allegiance was originally written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, and was formally adopted by Congress in 1942. The Pledge has been modified four times since its original composition, and the words "under God" were added in 1954.
Which political party opposes the word god in the Pledge of Allegiance?
Democrats are liberals and they would like to change a lot things which have been done in this one nation under god.
Why was the Pledge Of Allegiance banned in some public schools?
Because of the inclusion of "One Nation Under God" during the 1950s, the Pledge of Allegiance, our money, the official seal etc. are all in direct violation of the Constitution. The ruling was made in 2002 so I fail to see how this has anything to do with Obama as the previous respondent suggested. The ruling has also since then been reversed.
Do the Jehovah Witness believe in the pledge of allegience?
No.They do not participate in anything that would include worship of any idols (in this case, you are pledging allegiance to a "flag") or a political organization (the United States of America). They believe that God is not partial.They are, however, respectful of others that do believe in it.The Pledge of Allegiance of the United States is an oath of loyalty to the national flag and the republic of the United States of America, originally composed by Francis Bellamy in 1892. The Pledge has been modified four times since then, with the most recent change adding the words "under God" in 1954. Congressional sessions open with the swearing of the Pledge, as do government meetings at local levels, meetings held by the Knights of Columbus, Royal Rangers, Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of the USA, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Freemasons, Toastmasters International and their concordant bodies, other organizations, and many sporting events.The current version of the Pledge of Allegiance reads:[1]I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Did Obama omit the words under god in the pledge?
No, President Obama did not omit the words "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance. This claim is a false rumor that circulated online. The president recited the pledge with the words "under God" during public events, just like his predecessors.
Do French police officers swear allegiance to the Republic?
No. There used to be an oath in front of a local judge, where the officer had to pledge that he will be impartial, committed to justice and public interest, but the wording didn't include the Republic. The pledge had been dropped and replaced with a written code of conduct which highlights the obligation of strict neutrality for public servants.
Why did the Australian pledge change in 1994?
It didn't. There is no Australian pledge, and there has never been an Australian pledge.
