OPINION:
I am the son of non-U.S.-citizen parents who proudly said to me many times over, “That beautiful piece of red, white and blue hanging off that pole is your flag, not ours.” During renditions of the national anthem when the flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform should stand at attention facing the flag with their right hands over their hearts. Those not in uniform should remove their head coverings with their right hands and hold them at their left shoulders, over their hearts. Persons in uniform should render the military salute at the first note of the anthem and hold this position until the last note. When the flag is not displayed, those present should face toward the music and act in the same manner they would if the flag were displayed.
Semper Fidelis.
MOSES P. SALDANA SR.
Austin, Texas
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