The Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia state flag has changed. As of July 1, 2022, it has an extra word in it: Courage. The former pledge goes: “I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag and to the principles for which it stands: Wisdom, Justice and Moderation.” The new version reads: “I pledge allegiance to the Georgia flag and to the principles for which it stands: Wisdom, Justice, Moderation and Courage.” The Georgia flag itself sports the phrase “wisdom, justice and moderation,” which is the state motto, which is also on the state seal. The word “courage” is currently only in the pledge. The legislation, Senate Bill 152, to make the change was sponsored by nine senators, including Sen. Jeff Mullis of District 53. The Georgia flag adorns many government buildings, but saluting it is not a standard practice. The Walker County Board of Commissioners salutes it before each commission meeting. The Catoosa County Board of Commissioners does not. Both salute the American flag. It shouldn’t be any trouble to remember one extra word for the pledge, and it might not make much difference under most circumstances, but since the word “courage” has been tacked onto the state motto in the pledge, it stands to follow that someone will feel it should be uniform across the platforms: pledge, motto, seal, flag, says one Catoosa resident who noted, “I like the addition of the word courage, but someone stands to make a bundle of money on this and taxpayers stand to lose
out.”
The addition of the word “courage” to the pledge has sparked some debate among Georgia residents. Some believe that it is a positive change, reflecting the importance of courage in upholding the principles of wisdom, justice, and moderation. Others argue that the change is unnecessary and that it could lead to potential conflicts or confusion regarding the state motto and flag.
Despite the debate, it seems that the addition of “courage” to the pledge is here to stay. Whether or not all government entities in Georgia will adopt the new version of the pledge remains to be seen. In the end, the pledge to the Georgia state flag serves as a reminder of the values and principles that the state holds dear, regardless of the addition of one extra word.
Based on the reading, what concerns have some Georgia citizens voiced about changing the Georgia Pledge of Allegiance? Your response should be 1-3 complete sentences.
Some Georgia citizens have expressed concerns that the addition of the word "courage" to the Georgia Pledge of Allegiance may lead to potential conflicts or confusion in relation to the state motto and flag. Additionally, there are worries that the change could result in someone profiting off of the alteration, causing taxpayers to lose money.
What are the four principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag?
The four principles in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Georgia Flag are Wisdom, Justice, Moderation, and Courage.
Based on your textbook reading, what are some similarities between the governments created by Georgia's state constitution and by the US Constitution? Choose the four that apply. (4 points) Responses The power to print money The power to print money A Legislative Branch A Legislative Branch An Executive Branch An Executive Branch The power to negotiate with foreign nations The power to negotiate with foreign nations A Judicial Branch A Judicial Branch A Bill of Rights A Bill of Rights The power to declare war
The similarities between the government created by Georgia's state constitution and the US Constitution are:
- A Legislative Branch
- An Executive Branch
- A Judicial Branch
- A Bill of Rights