Why don't some people perform the Pledge of Allegiance?

The reasons behind not saying the pledge of allegiance vary. A main reason given is that the phrase "One nation under God" violates the first amendment. read more

I don't say the Pledge of allegiance to the flag because I'm not loyal to the flag. I am loyal to the Constitution of the United States, and I have sworn to defend it. Don't misunderstand. read more

Either one wants to pledge their allegiance to those principles and that nation or they don’t. As to the statement “In much the same way, the American Rightwing has co-opted the Pledge along with the flag and the National Anthem. read more

The American Humanist Association wants people to sit out the Pledge until “under God” is removed. I’d encourage people to sit out the Pledge until they understand and agree with every single word. Pledging your allegiance to a political body is a significant undertaking. read more