Psychologists discovered that when Americans see the flag displayed, they get a boost to their feelings of patriotism that can last as long as two weeks. Importantly, feelings of patriotism are *exclusively* associated with Republicans in general and conservatives in particular.
And it may be enough to swing close elections.
Therefore, in the lead up to election day, it is vital that at the numerous opportunities to display the flag, conservatives do so.
Patriots Day - April 21st
National Day of Prayer - May 1st
Mother’s Day - May 11th
Peace Officer’s Memorial Day (half staff) - May 15
Armed Forces Day - May 17th
Memorial Day (half-staff until noon) - May 26th
Flag Day - June 14th
Independence Day - July 4th
Labor Day - September 1st
Patriot Day (half staff), September 11
Constitution Day - September 17th
National POW/MIA Recognition Day - September 19
Columbus Day - October 13th
Navy Day - October 27th
Election Day - Tuesday, November 4th
I’m reading a book on Patrick Henry right now:
Patrick Henry, First Among Patriots, by Thomas S. Kidd
Great info on the time in Richmond leading up to the Declaration of Independence.
As to the flag, I put mine up on 9/11/2001 and haven’t taken it down since (except to clean/replace/etc.) It would be nice if more people flew the flag, if even only on holidays.