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First of all, it's a tradition. I'm not exactly sure when it started but politicians, most recently the presidents have worn the pins to show patriotism and American pride. They probably do it because they want to show love for the United States, or they want to seem more patriotic to gain votes. I mean, I'm not a politician and I almost always wear an American flag pin on my lapel when I wear I suit.
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∙ 8y agoTo impress the voters, they believe is shows loyalty or hope the voters think they are loyal.
It is certainly not seen in most countries. It is quite a new affectation that politicians and government workers, especially in the USA, have begun to use.
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What do politicans wear?
Suits.
Why aren't the Americans allowed to wear their flag?
American flag lapel pins are quite popular. No one is prevented from wearing the flag if they so desire.
Can you wear multiple lapel pins?
This is more of a fashion-oriented question. When it comes to politicians, I would say no. Politicians are to wear one lapel pin: the American Flag.
Does Senator Obama wear the flag pin on his lapel?
He wears a US flag lapel pin. Please note that lapel pins do not make one more or less patriotic.
Did ABC ban the wearing of flag lapel pins?
Yes
Where can someone find a variety of lapel flag pins for sale?
White house gift shop has different kind of varities of lapel flag pins. There you can find whatever you want. American lapel pins, presidential pins and eagle lapel pins.Very high quality and exceptional prices too.
Where can flag lapel pins be bought?
There are many stores which offer the consumer the opportunity to purchase flag lapel pins. For example, Amazon, USA Military Medals, e4Hats and Imprint items.
What is President Obama's opinion on flag pins- he didn't wear one when he first became president?
Not true. That is another of those urban myths, often spread by people who are political opponents of the president. The reality is that many people did not wear flag pins until after 9/11. At that point, some politicians began to wear them now and then, as a visible symbol of their love for America. Gradually, patriotic attitudes (and conformity) took over, and wearing a flag pin was no longer optional-- it began to be expected; and more politicians began to wear them, because their opponents would criticize their alleged lack of patriotism if they did not wear such a pin. Mr. Obama was one of many politicians from both parties who had not worn a flag pin every day, but as wearing them became the new norm in politics, he began to wear one too. You can absolutely see photos of him from 2008 when he is wearing a flag pin on his lapel.
Where can one buy wholesale Flag Pins?
There are many places one can purchase items in wholesale. Flag pins are readily found and purchased on the Pin Mart website or from the discount auction website, eBay.
What is Obama's feeling about flag pins?
He has no negative feelings about them, although there are internet myths that claim he is "opposed" to them or "refuses" to wear them. Actually, he was one of many politicians who did not wear a flag pin. For many years, wearing a flag pin was not a common custom for politicians. But after 9/11, a number of politicians (mostly on the Republican side), began to wear them and to accuse those who did not of being unpatriotic. Ultimately, during the 2008 election, Mr. Obama got tired of being asked why he didn't wear a flag pin (he was being accused of not being a "real" American), so to prevent further discussion over a rather trivial issue, he began to wear one.
What reasons did President Obama give for not wearing the US flag pin?
First, this is another internet myth, based on some incorrect information. He did not "refuse," and it had nothing to do with his attitude about the flag. When then-Senator Obama was running for office, he didn't wear any lapel pins of any kind, nor did a number of other candidates. But his Republican opponents began saying the lack of a flag pin on Mr. Obama's lapel meant he was unpatriotic, a charge repeated on conservative talk radio as well. For a short time, he ignored the charges because he felt they were just politically motivated, but gradually, as more candidates began to wear flag lapel pins, and as his opponents kept questioning his patriotism, he decided it was best to go along with wearing a flag pin, so that it would not be a distraction in the campaign.
Why do military personnel not wear the flag sometimes?
You're not required to wear it stateside. The wear of the flag on the uniform is done for overseas deployments.
