Question

It shouldn’t be any trouble to remember one extra word for the pledge, and it might not make much difference under most circumstances, but since the word “courage” has been tacked onto the state motto in the pledge, it stands to follow that someone will feel it should be uniform across the platforms: pledge, motto, seal, flag, says one Catoosa resident who noted, “I like the addition of the word courage, but someone stands to make a bundle of money on this and taxpayers stand to lose a bundle of money.” Source: Walker County Messenger The Catoosa County News July 11, 2022

Based on the reading, what concerns have some Georgia citizens voiced about changing the Georgia Pledge of Allegiance? Your response should be 1-3 complete sentences. (2 points)

Answer 1

Some Georgia citizens have expressed concerns that the addition of the word "courage" to the state motto in the pledge may lead to a push for uniformity across official platforms, such as the motto, seal, and flag. Additionally, there are worries about the potential financial implications, with some residents believing that changes could lead to substantial costs for taxpayers, while others might profit from the alterations.