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Originally Posted by GermanBJJ
What to respect or not respect is a value-driven decision. First, your comparisons between respecting foreign anthems and cultures isn't a very good comparison. This is an American choosing not to engage in an American practice. Then you mentioned other people's home which I think we all agree isn't comparable to this case at all. Secondly, while it can be unprofessional and disrespectful to not stand for foreign anthems, I fully respect the right of an American not to stand without having to worry about punishment from a government authority. You might be socially-looked down upon or punished by a private employer, but not from a government entity.
And as an aside, I can think of quite a few foreign government anthems that I wouldn't stand up for.
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