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Is liberty and justice really for all?


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If you stand outside a local Old Navy on a hot summer day, you might see a grandmother carrying large bags, overflowing with discounted American-themed apparel for the whole family. It's hard to resist a good sale, especially when it comes in the form of patriotic polyester.

Others might be a little more hesitant to proudly display patriotism via flying the flag outside their home or office or by saying the pledge at ballgames. We asked our listeners what you thought about the pledge of allegiance. We'll discuss these comments and more as we understand Nashvillians' relationship to the American flag.

This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton.

Guests: 

  • David Dark, professor of religion at Belmont University

  • Gwen Moore, artist and writer

  • Councilmember Jordan Huffman, Metro Councilmember for District 14

  • Elizabeth Burton, This Is Nashville multimedia producer

  • Further Reading and Listening

    • If you want to hear from more Metro Nashville councilmembers, check out our profile with Sandra Sepulveda.

    • Listen to Beyoncé's latest album COWBOY CARTER and break down its Black country roots with Alice Randall, Quia Thompson, Holly G and Jewly Hight.

    • If you want to hear about patriotism and the armed forces, listen to yesterday's This Is Nashville episode on military recruitment.

    • If you enjoyed this episode, consider giving to WPLN for this year’s spring fund drive. 

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