I like the Pledge. I think it is healthy and honorable for children to learn and recite it. And I feel a strong sense of solidarity with other citizens when we stand up and recite it at appropriate events. I do not think anyone should be required to recite it, but just like treating the national flag with respect, I will be thinking those who do not as a means of protest are not very bright, not very appreciative, and not very good citizens. So if it comes to a national referendum, I will be voting to retain the Pledge. And if there are enough folks who want to dump it, I will be disappointed but so be it.