Flag Ban was a "Mistake"

When State Representative Dan Winslow learned of the notice requiring the removal of U.S. flags from common areas in the Garden Lane public housing complex, he went to work to see how this could happen. After several calls from his office the Governor Patrick administration issued the following statement:

"We were not aware of this decision when it was made, and it was a mistake that is being corrected immediately. Department of Housing and Community Development policy for local housing authorities includes not allowing displays of private materials in public areas. This does not extend to respectful and safe displays of the American flag.”

Winslow said, "I am glad that the Patrick administration has recognized its mistake in banning display of the American flag from public housing projects. But I am outraged that tax dollars are paying the salary of state employees who do not instantly recognize the idiocy of such decision. They should be invited to find jobs in the private sector and unemployed veterans hired in their place."

Wrentham resident and U.S. Senator Scott Brown released this statement earlier today:

“Our flag stands for freedom, and is a symbol of the sacrifice made by our servicemen and women to protect the liberties we enjoy today. Flying the American flag should never be controversial, and no citizen should ever be prevented from doing so. I was deeply disturbed to learn of this misguided decision, and I call on the responsible authorities to undo this regulation immediately.”

 

Comments

[Freewillyism]

I will use MY freedom of choice earned by myself and millions of other veterans to not travel to Mass next year for the 4th of July celebration in Boston.
Kinda ironic that one of the nation's largest celebrations of Independance Day is in the People's Republic of Mass.
Ron S
Msgt, USAF (ret).