Newsweek asked, “Is the Betsy Ross Flag Racist?” Sadly, too many people answered yes. Then, in 2021, ABC News included the Betsy Ross flag as one of the “symbols of hate and far-right extremism.”

 

I hope you’re enjoying the summer. Tomorrow, we will be celebrating our nation’s birthday…and next year will be the 250th!

Since you support us, I bet you have some thoughts on American history and how it’s taught in schools or portrayed in the media.     You’ve probably also noticed the spread of anti-American ideas into every area of American life.     One of the flags flown during our war for independence—the Betsy Ross flag—has come under attack in recent years.

Newsweek asked, “Is the Betsy Ross Flag Racist?”         Sadly, too many people answered yes.        Then, in 2021, ABC News included the Betsy Ross flag as one of the “symbols of hate and far-right extremism.”   These episodes illustrate the problem of far-Left activists in education. These activists want to rewrite our nation’s history—including the history of the American Revolution.      Mr. Coglianese, that’s why, as we prepare our country’s 250th anniversary of our independence, I hope you will stand your ground in defense of our liberties…    …and take a short survey to share YOUR thoughts about teaching American history. Especially the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence.    Just follow this link to share your opinion:

https://lp.hillsdale.edu/betsy-ross-flag-survey

I hope I can count on you. If the far-Left means to continue their war on American history, then let us continue our fight on the battlefield of education.    Please share your thoughts with us today. And enjoy the rest of your day!   Labin Duke, Th.M.   Associate Vice President   National Donor Outreach  Hillsdale College