Tinsley column: Liberty and justice for all

Columns share an author’s personal perspective.*****I don’t remember when I learned the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. I guess it was sometime before I learned to read or write, probably when I first entered school. I grew up reciting the pledge at school assemblies, Cub Scouts, vacation Bible school and on many other occasions. We all said it in unison, hands over our hearts, our eyes focused on the stars and stripes. “I pledge allegiance to the flag of […]  » Read More