Monday a viewer called News 4 to complain of a downtown Reno business flying the Mexican flag above an American flag.
To read the relevant Federal guidelines regarding flag flying, please click here.
This, after photos and comments about the flag were posted on Craigslist this morning. When we were able to have a photographer go and check everything out we found the story to be true.
It also didn t take long before the situation provoked a strong reaction. If you click on the video link in this story we will show you , unedited, what happened.
Click on the video to see what our photographer caught live to tape.
Viewer Posted Comments... courtesy of www.krnv.com
Responding to a controversy over a Mexican flag flying at a local bar, Reno police and the ACLU issued statements today emphasizing it is not illegal to fly another flag above the American flag.
I find it interesting that numerous state law enforcement agencies hide their head in the sand when it come to enforcing federal illegal immigration laws while on the other hand you are quick to cite federal regulation when it benefits Mexicans who go out of their way to affront American citizens by disrespecting designated protocol for display of our United States flag. Isn't it against the law to taunt people?
Are you going tell me that I can use my freedom of expression; freedom of speech to go out into the public and taunt people and you won't take any action against me just as you failed to do so with the Mexican establishment that degraded the American flag?
I serious doubt it. The first thing you will do when you observe me taunting someone in public will be to have a serious talk with me. and threaten me with legal action if I do not stop. On any given day, I cannot turn on a news station without seeing the news of a police department somewhere throughout these United States refusing to enforce federal immigration laws rather; you come up with excuses why you cannot get involved.
Its no wonder American citizens are getting pissed in this country. Politicians and local police are too busy protecting illegal aliens instead of American citizens who pay your salaries. Here's a radical thought...try protecting American citizens with the same zeal and equal protection you afford illegal aliens and/or Mexican nationals who taunt American Citizens.
Your local politicians and police are partly to blame for allowing this situation to escalate out of control. Common sense should have told you that allowing the national flag of our country to be displayed inferior to another nation's flag while on American soil was both insulting to, and taunting Reno citizens at the same time.
You lack of attention to this explosive situation suggests a lot of you could use sensitivity training. You should have anticipate the potential for trouble well in advance but didn't. How pitiful that your political correctness attitudes to cower to the Mexican community (how many are illegal) drew in the emotions of an ex-U.S. Army service man who felt he had no choice but to demonstrate his patriotic sense of duty to have take the action he did.
After all, politicians and police were going to be politically correct and sensitive to the Mexican establishment owners and to hell with their taunting of the public.
So now, the Soviet Socialist State of NV along with it Socialist Commandos, the ACLU, want to prosecute the U.S. army vet for exercising his First Amendment which protects every American's right to speak and express themselves, Reno city counsel has the authority to enact an ordinance if not already on the books that would deescalate these types of situations but, the question is, did they and will they?
It should have been taken care of a long time ago. Reno, NV your city is an embarrassment to American citizens.
Command Master Chief, USN (Ret.) J. F.
Having the Mexican flag diplayed above our beloved American flag is a personal insult to myself and all my fellow veterans.If you love Mexico so much go back!
A.B. Reno, NV
I beg to differ with anyone who makes this a religous argument or comment that ignorance is involved in this issue, this is one of politics, and pride.
My opinion is that if Hispanics would go through the process of becoming legal citizens they would understand and maybe apperciate what our flag and what our forefathers have fought and continue to fight for, we fight for freedoms that allow you to fly the Mexican flag, but not above ours! This is America and we all need to respect that. I wouldn't go to Mexico and do that!
PS - In Pahrump NV you will be fined if you fly a Mexican flag period, included is an aritcle "The resolution requires all government business to be conducted in English, and denies town "benefits" (of which none currently exist, since they informally declared emergency services not a "benefit") to be given to illegal immigrants.
The resolution denies private residences and businesses the right to fly alone the flag of a nation other than the United States."
S. H., Sparks, NV
I really hate it when some faux-Christian tries to play the "Jesus-card" like the "La Raza" crowd plays the "racist" card. What would Jesus do?
The same thing He did to the money-changers at the Temple -- toss their stuff on the ground, yell at the offenders and walk off.
Ironically, just like the guy in the video did. Kudos!
J. C., Venice, CA
Most of us by now have learned that it is, in fact, not illegal to disgrace our flag in the manner reported. However well-intentioned Jim Brossard was, it was an illegal act on his part to remove the flag.
While I salute his patriotism and totally understand his motivation, I cannot condone his action. I would love to see patriotic Americans show their 1st Amendment rights by totally boycotting/protesting the involved business.
The owner knew he would be stirring the pot when he did what he did, let this (blockade) be his reward. ACLU get a life.
M. K., Placentia, CA
I am disappointed at the reactions reflected here in these comments. I'm confident Jesus would have acted with more civility by asking the owner to correct the situation without a confrontation.
Many of the comments that I see here reflect a vengeful display of ignorance and intolerance exasperated by group-think, with all the restraint of compassion and forgiveness thrown out the door, then having the audacity to claim God is on their side.
God is not American.
From a www.krnv.com user, Ashburn, VA
Regarding "Flag of Mexico Flown Illegally Over Reno Business", things like this are starting to happen here in New York state.
Governor Spitzer wants illegal aliens to be able to get driving licenses without regard to their legal/illegal status.
HELP! Those of us who have to put up with all of the government bureaucracies for all of these years to keep us legal will not pertain to illegal aliens?
This is discrimination against US citizens and giving preferencial treatment to outsiders who are not supposed to be here (unless obtaining legal status).
Also, the strain will be on "legal", overburdened taxpayers to cover those who are illegal. Where will this all end? The disadvantages outweigh the advantages here.
A. K., Johnson City, NY
The man who tore down the flag is a disgrace to this country.
How dare you people call him a hero. This type of pull-your-military-knife-out-and-challenge-obvious-pacifists-to-a-fight is the same attitude that has us in the terrible state of world affairs we are in.
Would it have been too much trouble to talk to these Hispanic gentlemen before violently slashing the flag down and leaving the Mexican flag on the ground? All intimidation.
I am a white American male and had no idea that it is illegal to fly a flag from another country above ours. I applaud the store owner for keeping his cool and not resorting to the same barbaric tactics. By supporting this veteran you are supporting an intolerant criminal.
I believe the actions the American citizen did, was wrong in taking the Flag the way he did. I don't believe that it is necessary to be hostel when defending the Flag. If a law is broken it is the responsibility of the citizen to report it and let Law enforcement handle the situation.
In my mind this man was just looking for attention.
Congratulations to the owner for not acting in the same manner as the veteran did. I hope he presses charges on this man for also braking the law. Remember the law is the law.
P. H., Reno, NV
I saw the news this morning and I congratulate you on showing a video of a vet tearing down the Mexican flag as it hung over the U.S. flag at a local business.
The law is the law. We all have to abide by it. It's about time someone took a stand.
Maybe we should picket at the courthouse and voice our displeasure over the ways things are going. We have to be politically correct and not offend anyone and yet we are stepped on and expected to do nothing.
I would love to shake that man's hand and thank him for standing up for America. Regardless of where we come from, we are all Americans. I accept it, why can't they? God Bless America.
J.S., Reno, Nevada
The gentlemen who took down the mexican flag should be honored for his patriotism and protecting our flag which was being used illegally. The owner of the bar who claims to be a citizen prefers mexico to America by his actions.
Maybe he needs to have his status checked and if here illegally, deported. Then your followup story had to do with more mexicans protesting.
To hell with them, close the border and finally build the fence that GW promised and has funded.
E.L., Chatsworth, CA
I think this man is a hero!! I wish more people would step up and act instead sitting down and doing nothing.
Thank you to all of our veterans and enlisted forces.
K. J., Sparks, NV
While I originally applauded the citizen and veteran of our military for correcting the flag issue in Reno yesterday, I am concerned about the impression of vigilante-ism the act will have on our society in general.
While a law was broken and needed to be corrected, I believe a less forceful means may have helped to build a bridge of understanding rather than the forceful act of destruction of private property that was exacted.
Perhaps a boycott and picketing of the establishment would have impacted this business owners operation, or a verbal discussion of the fact that he had broken the law would have been better.
Regardless of the owners intention, if individual citizens start taking law enforcement into their own hands, the brave men and women we expect to be the thin blue line between us and anarchy could be caught in the middle of an eventual firestorm.
D.S., Reno, NV
I support the veteran who removed the American flag with his knife.
They don't deserve to get it back after illegally placing the Mexican flag above ours. If charges are brought against the veteran for theft, I anticipate a firestorm of protest.
This is disgraceful!
R.W., Carson City, NV
I was so happy that someone finally decided to stand up for Americans. The way the hispanic community disgraces our flag is horrible.
Next time they decide to march at the federal building make sure immigation is there, because it's only the illegals that demonstrate.
I would love to meet that guy and shake his hand. God Bless Him.
R.W., Reno, NV
This vet obviously isn't concerned about freedom for all, only freedom for those who agree with his opinions. The fifth amendment isn't just to protect the speech that you personally agree with. If unpopular speech is not protected then there is no freedom of speech; popular speech doesn't need protection. If this vet truly understood the freedoms granted by the constitution and was concerned with upholding them, he wouldn't have done that. He is showing his ignorance, arrogance, and/or racism by acting like that. He was armed with a weapon and threatening violence. His behavior is certainly nothing to be proud of.
There is a fine line between patriotism and racism.
A.S., Southgate, MI
What is your story comment for News 4?: Speaking as a veteran myself I found nothing heroic in the manner by which the flag was removed. While I was still on active duty it was common for our own soldiers to often improperly hang our flag up in front of their own off-base homes.
Why is it assumed this merchant meant to be disrespectful? People are not taught how to properly display a flag in this country. And by "people" I mean all of us. I applaud the resturant's owner for even displaying the American flag. It is not a common site in this country for small businesses to display a flag. The proper, American, thing to do would have been to attempt to maturely correct the situation by informing the merchant as to the proper etiquette for displaying the flag. I'm sure after watching a "veteran" cut down both the American flag and flag of his motherland, the latter thrown to the ground in disrespect, he won't be so apt to display the American flag in the future.
R.F., Tallahassee, FL
THIS IS FOR THE FLAG THING. I FEEL THAT NO OTHER FLAG SHOULD BE ABOVE OUR FLAG
I FEEL THAT IS A SLAP IN THE FACE IF WE LET PEOPLE PUSH US AROUND THIS IS OUR COUNTY.
I ALSO THINK IF YOU ARE SEEN WITH ANOTHER FLAG ABOVE OURS SHOULD BE CHARGE. I ALSO LIKE TO THANK THAT GUY THAT CUT THE FLAG DOWN. I AM WITH YOU 100% GOD BLESS AMERICA AND DON'T YOU FORGET IT.
L.B., Reno, NV
IN AZ IT IS ILLEGAL TO BURN OR DESTROY AN AMERICAN FLAG BUT IT IS NOT ILLEGAL TO BURN OR DESTROY A FLAG OF ANOTHER COUNTRY. HOWEVER, IF YOU BURN AN AMERICAN FLAG AS SO MANY MEXICANS HAVE DONE, NOTHING IS DONE TO YOU (PERHAPS IT IS BECAUSE OUR CHIEF OF POLICE IS CHICANO) BUT IF YOU BURN A MEXICAN FLAG, THEY WILL FIND SOME EXCUSE TO ARREST YOU! HAVE CERTAIN OF OUR ELECTED/NOMINATED OFFICIALS SOLD US OUT? WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW AS THEY WILL NEVER BE IN POLITICS OR WHATEVER AGAIN!
L.L., Tucson, AZ
Maybe...just maybe the owner didnt know it was illegal for the Mexican flag to fly above ours. Why can't we Americans be a little more tolerant. All this talk about what would Jesus do? Well im pretty sure he wouldnt have down what that guy did.
This is why Americans are always in wars. Cause we REACT first and then have to deal with the consequences later.
That guy is NO hero...he's just someone looking for his 15 minutes of fame.
J.D., Bremerton, WA
If the hispanic community cannot embrace the country who lets them in to achieve a nice life . And then disrespects the country who supplys that, then the american people will never respect the mexicans. simple as that.... the delima is one they have created on their own by disrespecting our country with money we've given them.
A.B. Reno, NV
I respect and give kudos to the Veteran that took down that flag. It had nothing to do with racism and had everything to do with loving and respecting our country! alot of the public live in a very P.C. world these days and if you look at the US Code it clearly states that it is illeagal to fly a flag above our own regardless of what anyone says. The lack of Patriotism is sickening and People whom come here should respect our country. They come here to live and to enjoy the benifits of our laws, privilages and freedoms but cannot respect our country? I come from a family where my mother came from another country but she is here leagally and respects this country.She was appalled by this establishment owners actions. Don't fly a flag If you Don't know the laws and the manner in wich to fly or hang it!
R. T. Reno, NV
This may be the worst news piece I've ever seen. This cannot be considered journalism considering it is heavily tainted by bias both in the article as well as the video. I give kudos for sparking a very interesting discussion, but I certainly cannot respect this as responsible journalism.
J.C., Rosharon, TX
In contradiction to what someone stated earlier, while it is illegal for this verteran to have taken their flag, it is also illegal to fly any flag above the US flag within our borders (see US Flag Code link in the story).
I am all for honoring one's heritage and roots, but what used to be the "melting pot" where different backgrounds added to an American identity has become a divide nation set on being something else first and an American citizen last. Our country used to have pride and the drive of millions of individuals to be a great nation. Now we are a nation with the drive to be great individuals and our pride, glory, and identity are slowing fading into the sunset.
We wonder how we have fallen behind so many other countries and how other nations look on us with contempt now. Well, the truth lies in the lack of unity and respect we have for each other as fellow Americans. If we want to be the great nation we once were we need to start standing strong together as Americans. As the story behind the National Anthem states (if you haven't heard/read this story I urge you to do so), this country was founded on the sacrifice and effort of men and women who would rather face certain death than let the entire nation fall. Now is the time we must stand firm together again, or else we will wake up in a much different America than any of us want to live.
D.O., Steele, MO
Its time more veterans and REAL AMERICAN citizens stood up for old glory. Everyone including the news reporters should have helped him. Its time to put our big girl panties on and take back our country!!!
D.P., Hiwassee, GA
According to Federal Law: it is illegal as outlined in the United States Code, Title 36, Chapter 10:
§175. Position and manner of display:
(c) No other flag or pennant should be placed above or, if on the same level, to the right of the flag of the United States of America, except during church services conducted by naval chaplains at sea, when the church pennant may be flown above the flag during church services for the personnel of the Navy. No person shall display the flag of the United Nations or any other national or international flag equal, above, or in a position of superior prominence or honor to, or in place of, the flag of the United States at any place within the United States or any Territory or possession thereof:
That is the final word on the flag flying above the US Flag. Federal Law overrides any local issue concerning the US Flag.
D.J., Sumpter, SC
I applaud the man for his actions. We need more people like him to take a stand - too many people are worried about being "PC" and not sticking up for their country. I'm sick of it. Actions such as flying another country's flag over ours is outrageous. They are basically flipping off the entire country. If I lived there, I would have done the same thing.
C.B. Loveland, CA
try flying the u.s. american flag in mexico. they will bust you. it's against mexican law to fly an american flag in mexico. why nobody ever says anything about that isamazing. why don't the aclu stand up for americans instead of always sticking up for illegal criminals, which they are. the vet who took down that mexican flag should be honnered, thank you very much SR.
T.E, Bullhead City, AZ
To those who think that vet was wrong, why don't you ask a vet what flag means to them before you condemn him. It seems to me that too many Americans may have forgotten what that flag means to us as an individual, a country and to the world. Not everybody may like us but it seems to me that there are an awful lot of people in the world who want to come here and have a chance at the AMERICAN DREAM. Those of us should feel priviliged that we were blessed to be born here. I've traveled the world and have seen with my own eyes that no matter our problems here at home we have it so much better than many out there. Sure maybe that Vet could have handled it different but as far as I'm concerned he handled it was the way many more of us should have the courage to do. Next time you see a vet why not let them know that what they did truly means something and it was appreciated. Our men and women who are coming home from the front lines need to know that we support them. Thank you for this opportunity to speak.
C. W. GMC(SW/AW) USN Ret., Virginia Beach, VA
Mexican Flag flying over USA flag being cut down by vet...GOOD FOR HIM. It is TREASON to fly the flag of another country above our own. You are in our country and must show the proper respect as such. This is the USA , not Mexico, if you must fly your countries flag, thatn do it repctfully and in accordance with DOD guidline of proper flag etiquette. You can look up the BSA's website on proper flag etiquette if you are unsure. As a retired member of the armed forces I am very proud of the vet that cut it down-god bless him.
S.E. Shingle Springs, CA
f someone WANTS to live in the US, they MUST come legally, become legal resident/citizen, and put the US before their OLD country, which is not to say that they can't honor this country, but it HAS to be subservient to their NEW allegiance here.
This is NOT a racist issue, but one of patriotism, and protecting ones country, state, and local community to keep it great.
Large scale immigration, legal or illegal, is putting huge stresses on our governments to upkeep and increase our infrastructure to accommodate all of these new people, and the "taxes" paid by these people DO NOT come close to paying the costs of these repairs/upgrades and the money sent out of our country to the "home" country of most of these people which has been quoted by federal agencies and news concerns as in the BILLIONS! While they get free, to them at least, health care, food assistance, schooling and other government assistance at a very minimal cost to them. Where the "Legal" citizen/residents are paying more than their share of money, primarily the middle class citizen who on one hand is considered poor, but when that doesn't fit into the economical/political reality, they are called "rich". I am NOT condoning increasing Taxes on the Rich or anyone, but we must have Responsible growth and those who say we need to increase our immigration/visa quota, they must be made to understand that it is just going to make things worse for those here already.
T.T., Prescott, AZ
AMERICA, Love it OR LEAVE IT!
J.F. Peoria Heights, IL
I am sick of people coming to the US and demanding we give them "rights." There are no guns at our borders keeping them here or forcing them to come. If they want to fly a mexican flag, let them go back to mexico. They want to fight, why don't they have the guts to fight the corruption in their own countries like we did when we gained our independence? The disrespect they show for America while they stick their hands out for our money and benefits is revolting. Wake up politicians, the American people have HAD it! If charges are brought against the veteran who took back our flag, I will be there to picket FOR him and FOR the United States over mexico or any other country that wants to spit on us while we support them. We are compromising the security and safety of our country to pander to those who have not earned any "rights" here. My family is full of LEGAL immigrants AND veterans and we say enough is enough!
J.C., South Lake Tahoe, CA
Several people have claimed that flying another flag above the United States flag is a violation of federal law. Unless you are in the military or another agency of the government, this is not true. The Federal Flag Clode (4 U.S.C. §§ 4-10) is not binding on private citizens or private businesses. It contains no enforcement section and no penalties, and explicitly states that its purpose is to establish a set of VOLUNTARY GUIDELINES: "The following codification of existing rules and customs pertaining to the display and use of the flag of the United States of America is established for the use of such civilians or civilian groups or organizations as may not be required to conform with regulations promulgated by one or more executive departments of the Government of the United States."
As for those who claim that this two-bit thug has some kind of First Amendment right not to be prosecuted need to think harder. Freedom of speech does not protect your right to grab a knife and destroy other people's private property. If you don't like how a private business treats the U.S. flag, you should feel free not to patronize that business. But you have absolutely no moral or legal right to deface or steal someone else's property in order to get your way.
C.J., Las Vegas, NV
I want to know what is going to happen to the store owner who flew the MX flag above the US Flag. I am a retired COL from the US Army Nurse Corp and find the illegals almost unbearable. If this gentleman is legal ignorance REMEMBER of the law is NOT an EXCUSE! What is Reno City Counsil going to do - ignore the issues like they are ignoring the illegals!!! Sick of it!!!!
A.B., Reno, NV
american flag disrespect, american native, irish mixed mother of a young soldier, why did so many warriors die and so many american soldiers if, the very GOV. that causes war wont protect the flag and what it stands for, this isnt mexico, or any other nation this is the american nation and the american flag and what it stands for and our young men/women fighting for is suppose to come first!
L.G., Menomonie, WI
i've just read the flag issue again. it's been weeks since i wrote my last comment and i have to say my peace again. to all you bleeding hearts who say the vet was wrong, go to you know where. nobody should disgrace our u.s american flag in anywhy. i wounder how many people know that in 1936 we were the only country that went to germany that didn't dip our beautiful AMERICAN flag for hitler; he didn't like that but to bad. even the english dipped there flag. people have died for our flag and freedom it repesents. even all the other people who have come her to live that fly there old countrys flag never do it ubove ours. as for calling them illegal alliens, call them for what they are, illegal criminals, since they are breaking our federal laws.to the VET. who took down our flag thank you very much SR.
T.E. Bullhead City, AZ
I HAVE 2 QUESTION FOR THE SO CALLED ( REAL AMERICAN PEOPLE) WHAT IS A REAL AMERICAN ANYWAYS, CAN YOU TELL ME THAT? SECOND WHAT IF YOU ARE NOT FROM MEXICO BUT YOUR ANCESTORS ARE, SHOULD I STILL GO BACK TO MEXICO WHEN I HAVE NEVER BEEN THERE?
R.S., Taft, CA
What is with all this bull about there not being anything about what is right and wrong for showing, flying, hanging or wearing the American flag? Since you limit the number of characters I can send as a comment (which is rediculous!), see: http://www.senate.gov/reference/resources/pdf/RL30243.pdf
Display of United States Flag with Flags of Other Nations or of States.
Neither one of these subsections allow for the mexican flag to fly over the American Flag. This article came from the Senate's website, KUDOS TO THE VET who removed the flag the people disgraced!
M.A, NTB, NC
US Code, Title 4 (FLAG AND SEAL, SEAT OF GOVERNMENT, AND THE STATES), Chapter 1 (THE FLAG), Section 7 (Position and manner of display), Subsection (c) and (g):
(c) No other flag or pennant should be placed above or, if on the same level, to the right of the flag of the United States of America, except during church services conducted by naval chaplains at sea, when the church pennant may be flown above the flag during church services for the personnel of the Navy...
(g) When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of approximately equal size. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace.
Source: http://www.access.gpo.gov/uscode/title4/chapter1_.html
H.B., Johnson City, TN
I feel what that man did with the Mexican flag is ignorant as well as the people who thank him for his actions. People wonder why Other contries hate America that man is a perfect example of why. There is to much racisim in this country.I am happy and proud to live in this counrty. I love America (s)but that doesn't mean I agree with all there actions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A.A., Reno, NV
That Veteran did NO better than anyone else who is racist!!! I do not think those Mexicans meant ANY HARM and what that stinking man did made white PEOPLE LOOK bad!!! he DESECRATED THE AMERICAN FLAG when he crumpled it up if he wanted to do it the correct way he should have FOLDED it as anyone who takes the American flag down does...Those were Mexicans showing their pride as Mexican Americans and I do not think they had any clue they were doing anything wrong!!!!! AND he showed how IGNORANT of a white person he is when he threw their flag to the GROUND!!!!! I am angry and I am going to do what I can as an white person to let those people at that restaurant know that not all of us are racist and ignorant like that man and that news crew!!!!!! Sorry but yes this makes my blood boil!!!!
I am a PROUD wife of a Mexican American who has been proudly serving in the US Military going on 16years!!!!
J.R., Lemoore, CA
Can you find out who "Jim Broser?" is so that I can thank him taking actions and preserving the honor of our flag? Thank you too for airing that piece!
M.C., Waldwick, NJ
Inregards to th eMexican Flag being flown over the US flag. I dont believe its a racism issue it just so happen that A MEXIACN flag was being flown over a US Flag. I could have been any flag and I know that VETETRAN would of done the same thing. People who bring up racism at these type of incidents are contributers to RACISM period. Bottom line... If you strive to become or already an American Citizen, YOU have forfeited your Nationality and or Denied being a mexican, asian, european, ETC... YOU are an American CITIZEN when you are born here and when you get naturalized. As an American you should be obligated to condone these type of acts by foreigners who disregard the American Belief.. I do hope that man who displayed was not a naturalized citizen or his Green Card Immigrant, if he is I think it should be yanked and him deported one of the requirements if to Respect the american values. Now the Veteran who took the Flag down yes he should not have done it because it would of caused more problems, but atleast someone did it even if he was gonna get in trouble, bravery some times have consequences lets see whats going to happen. Boycotting and Picketing with signs does not Help. Bye the way I am not an American Yet.. but I am proud to be here and given oppotunities I could not have gotten from my country. DONT MAKE THIS A RACISM ISSUE BECAUSE ITS NOT..
U.A., Bremerton, WA
I think he did the right thing. I don't see any thing wrong with Mexicans going back to Mexico, and flying the American flag there though. They just don't understand how to be proud of there flag till they get to AMERICA. I don't expect they will ever have the guts to go back and make there country free. Mexico uses the U.S. as there jail. I havn't heard of any rocket scientists crawling across the border. How dose this guy run a business or diserve to in the U.S. ?
K.O., Gardnerville, NV
I am commenting about the Vet who took down the Mexican Flag and took with him the US Flag. I am proud of him! We need more people like the VETS who LOVE their flag, the flag they shed blood for. Our country needs to remember the red upon the flag stands for the blood shed for our country and our freedom. Our country is NOT Mexico. Respect our flag, or get out. If you can get word to that Vet, tell him, there are people here in Maryland who are proud of him and his service to our country.
D.B, Linthicum Heights, MD
I want to say thank you to Jim for taking the action to stop those people from degrading our country. I would love to meet him in person or at least talk to him to tell him a BIG THANK YOU from our family. Those mexicans need to know that if they want to fly a flag as high as the American Flag they need to come to Texas but the only flag they will be flying at that height is the Texas flag... Mr. Jim if you read this I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart for defending this country. They are over here in America they need to act like they are in America. Respect our country you wanted to come here for a reason and we gave you what you came here for now show some freaking respect. Jim if I ever meet you I will cook a down home American meal for you. If you and your family are ever in Texas look me up.
C.S. Spring, TX
