Symbolism

The use of a symbol to represent something other than its literal meaning.

What does our National Anthem represent?

What does the American flag represent?

If you disrespect the National symbols of our flag by burning it or our National Anthem by kneeling, should this be construed as Free Speech?

The Nazi symbol or the Nazi salute symbolizes Germany’s invasion of Poland and the start of WWII and the atrocities committed including the extermination of some 6 million Jews. Should that be Free Speech or should it be classified as Hate Speech?

Pictures of the Hamas headband are symbols of the terrorist organization’s goal to destroy Israel and drive it into the sea. Should those waving Hamas flags and protesting in the streets be allowed as Free Speech?

In WWII, the Japanese symbol of the rising sun, a red disc on a white background symbolized to Americans their sneak attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, bringing America into WWII.

Our new AG, Pam Bondi, is considering deporting demonstrators in the US with Visas who disrespect our country. She said violent anti-Israel protesters in the US on visas should be kicked out. I agree.