@Anouk Amen! Years ago, I met General Wesley Clark when he was considering a run for the White House. He asked me what I thought Democrats should be doing differently, and I replied that we should show our patriotism proudly and not let Republicans “own” the flag. I fly my flag proudly; it was a gift from my mother who came to America from Nazi Germany. She became a naturalized citizen and a passionate campaigner and voter.