Congress has passed a proposal to require the federal government to purchase only flags that have been completely manufactured in the U.S.

Soon, Old Glory will have to be born in the land of the free and not merely flying over it.

Congress has passed a proposal to require the federal government to purchase only American flags that have been completely manufactured in the U.S. The U.S. imports millions of American flags from overseas, mostly from China, and the sponsors of the proposal said it’s time for American flags to originate in the country they represent.

Supporters of the proposal, led by Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio, said the change is more than just symbolic — they believe it will support American jobs and manufacturers while preserving the nation’s most recognized banner.

  • shalafi@lemmy.worldEnglish
    115·
    2 months ago

    Fine. Then China will produce 99.98% of the flag and an American factory will put 2 stitches and a “Made in America” tag on it.

    • Crikeste@lemm.ee
      123·
      2 months ago

      So you didn’t read the article and are just making shit up in your head? Got it.

      Even with current rules, 50% of the flag has to be American made.

      Typical.

      • Krauerking@lemy.lol
        43·
        2 months ago

        A lot of people in here want to be angry and feel right rather than be informed.