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[–] Dashippy 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

Ahh that makes sense. As a Britfag I was concerned it was some kind of oath all Americans had to swear. I can understand taking an oath to your new country. Thanks for the explanation.

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[–] Jarmey ago  (edited ago)

We do pledge allegiance to the flag....every day as kids.

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I pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

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[–] Dashippy 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

I understand that's practised less than people think. I still think that's odd and creepy.

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[–] Gargilius ago 

The original text of Bellamy's pledge of allegiance was as follows:

I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

You'll notice the absence of the godly bits.