From: "Gregg Strom/BRYX Int'l" 

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> On Sat, 20 May 2000 13:26:07 -0700, "Gregg Strom/BRYX Int'l"
>  wrote:
>
> >If I had a symbol that was SO changed in meaning, I would seriously
> >considering retiring it.
>
> I do understand your sentiment, but considering how many men died
> under this banner for reasons of honor and individual and state's
> rights (look how pervasive the federal government is in our lives
> today) I believe they should be honored

I too, believe they should be honored.  But this honor does not have to be
solely and uniquely exemplified by this now confused symbol -- and honesty
must compel us to consider the likelihood that some of those who we would
wish to honor would not choose this symbol to be honored by....

gs

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