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well, 1) it wasnt originally in the pledge, it was added later.
2) its not really optional. I got in so much trouble with my teachers about not saying the pledge, and not standing up. Once I pointed out that it was my right not to do it, they didnt threaten any other actions against me. But, it is very hard for most teenagers to realize that they can do that, and damn near impossible for anyone younger than that age to do something about it.
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