Patriotism v. Religion

I just received this from a friend. And it is typical American fare to somehow say that patriotism = religion. My personal belief, especially after George W. Bush's reign, that these types of thoughts do more to divide this country than unite us. And let's not forget that "divided we fall".

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I'm proud to send this one

I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND TO THE REPUBLIC, FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!

I was asked to send this on if I agree or delete if I don't. It is said that 86% of Americans believe in God. Therefore I have a very hard time understanding why there is such a problem in having "In God! We Trust" on our money and having "God" in the Pledge of Allegiance. Why don't we just tell the 14% to Shut Up and BE QUIET!!!

If you agree, pass this on, if not delete.

I AGREE !!!!

"God Bless America."

PLEASE KEEP IT GOING---IT IS WELL WORTH IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Needless to say - I didn't "keep it going".