Obama: I Won't Wear American Flag Pin, As I Don't Like What It Stands For

Don't question his patriotism. He's extraordinarily patriotic to the Nation of Earth. Alas, there is no official government for that mythic place, so the best he can do is run for President of the United States as a proxy for Chief Elder of the Nation of Earth.

Presidential Candidate Barack Obama is trying to change political fashion. He gave a speech in Iowa City Wednesday and he wasn't wearing an American flag pin.

Those pins have become synonymous with politicians since 9-11.

Obama says he doesn't like how the pin has come to represent patriotism in America.

The senator told TV-9, "I decided I won't wear that pin on my chest, instead I'm going to try to tell the American people what I believe will make this country great. Hopefully that will be a testimony to my patriotism."

Another testimony to your patriotism might be demonstrating a lack of embarrassment and shame over being an American.

Related: Tavis Smiley refused to include an American flag on the stage at the Republican debate he immoderated.

Duncan Hunter requested one. He was refused.

But don't question their patriotism.

posted by Ace at 03:26 PM

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