Happy Loyalty Day!

[Homerboy]

Could have sworn it was May Day...

Interestingly, "Loyalty Day" has been around a long time
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loyalty_Day


http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/28/trump-proclaims-may-1-as-loyalty-day.html

President Donald Trump on Friday proclaimed May 1 as 'Loyalty Day' as a way to "recognize and reaffirm our allegiance to the principles" upon which America was built and express pride in those ideals, according to a release of the proclamation from the White House.

“The United States stands as the world's leader in upholding the ideals of freedom, equality, and justice. Together, and with these fundamental concepts enshrined in our Constitution, our Nation perseveres in the face of those who would seek to harm it," the proclamation reads.

"We humbly thank our brave service members and veterans who have worn our Nation's uniform from the American Revolution to the present day. Their unwavering loyalty and fidelity has made the world a safer, more free, and more just place. We are inspired by their pride in our country's principles, their devotion to our freedom, and their solemn pledge to protect and defend our Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic."

The proclamation goes on to say that in order to express our country's loyalty to "individual liberties, to limited government, and to the inherent dignity of every human being," May 1 will be known as 'Loyalty Day.'

Trump called on Americans to observe this day with ceremonies in schools and other public places, including reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. He also called upon all government officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings and grounds on May 1.

 

[zinfamous]

What a wise and beautiful woman.

 

[dainthomas]

Is this a joke?

 

[MomentsofSanity]

Let's not turn this into the "It's only an issue now that it's Trump". That got beaten to death under Obama when he did anything that everyone else did.

Read the Wiki link. It's been around since 1921.

Loyalty Day is defined as follows in 36 U.S.C. § 115:

(a) Designation.— May 1 is Loyalty Day.
(b) Purpose.— Loyalty Day is a special day for the reaffirmation of loyalty to the United States and for the recognition of the heritage of American freedom.
(c) Proclamation.— The President is requested to issue a proclamation—
(1) calling on United States Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on Loyalty Day; and
(2) inviting the people of the United States to observe Loyalty Day with appropriate ceremonies in schools and other suitable places.

 

[Homerboy]

Let's not turn this into the "It's only an issue now that it's Trump". That got beaten to death under Obama when he did anything that everyone else did.

Read the Wiki link. It's been around since 1921.

I'm really not making it an issue. I found it interesting that he "proclaimed it" then I looked it up and learned it's been around for nearly 100 years.
Though I do not recall ever hearing it before.
That being said, it's interesting how the left side is saying "what a joke!' while the right is saying "what a great idea!"
Both sides are wrong

 

[pauldun170]

Including full text since FoxNews (like many outloets) knows its readers are too lazy to take in more than a few unedited lines without being told how to process them.

On Loyalty Day, we recognize and reaffirm our allegiance to the principles upon which our Nation is built. We pledge our dedication to the United States of America and honor its unique heritage, reminding ourselves that we are one Nation, under God, made possible by those who have sacrificed to defend our liberty. We honor our Republic and acknowledge the great responsibility that self-governance demands of each of us.

The United States stands as the world’s leader in upholding the ideals of freedom, equality, and justice. Together, and with these fundamental concepts enshrined in our Constitution, our Nation perseveres in the face of those who would seek to harm it.

As one Nation, we will always stand strong against the threats of terrorism and lawlessness. The loyalty of our citizenry sends a clear signal to our allies and enemies that the United States will never yield from our way of life. Through the Department of Defense and other national security agencies, we are working to destroy ISIS, and to secure for all Americans the liberty terrorists seek to extinguish. We humbly thank our brave service members and veterans who have worn our Nation’s uniform — from the American Revolution to the present day. Their unwavering loyalty and fidelity has made the world a safer, more free, and more just place. We are inspired by their pride in our country’s principles, their devotion to our freedom, and their solemn pledge to protect and defend our Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic.

To express our country’s loyalty to individual liberties, to limited government, and to the inherent dignity of every human being, the Congress, by Public Law 85-529 as amended, has designated May 1 of each year as “Loyalty Day.” On this day, we honor the United States of America and those who uphold its values, particularly those who have fought and continue to fight to defend the freedom it affords us.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2017, as Loyalty Day. This Loyalty Day, I call on all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies in our schools and other public places, including recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. I also call upon all Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings and grounds on that day.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

Compared to

A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America

Americans believe that every man, woman, and child has unalienable rights, dignity, and matchless value. Advancing these ideals was the honorable vision of our Founders and the mission that helped shape this great country. On Loyalty Day, we celebrate the legacy of freedom and the shared ideals that bind us together.

Our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen demonstrate their love of country by stepping forward when America needs them most. By putting our country’s security before their own, the men and women of the Armed Forces have strengthened our Nation and brought hope to millions around the world. All Americans are grateful to the members of the military and their families for their service, sacrifice, and dedication, and we are proud of their accomplishments.

Through their good works, our Nation’s volunteers bear witness to their steadfast love for America, as exemplified in their commitment to service and good citizenship. Loyalty to this country brings with it a commitment to aid our family, friends, and fellow citizens all across this broad and welcoming land. These volunteers demonstrate their gratitude for the blessings of freedom by helping build a more hopeful future for our children and grandchildren. All Americans can put their loyalty into practice by learning more about the history of our country, flying the American flag, and contributing to our communities.

Two hundred and thirty-two years after the founding of our country, we remain committed to advancing freedom and renewing the values that sustain our liberty. Through the spirit and determination of our people, our Nation will prosper and our liberty will be secure.

The Congress, by Public Law 85-529, as amended, has designated May 1 of each year as “Loyalty Day.” This Loyalty Day, and throughout the year, I ask all Americans to join me in reaffirming our allegiance to our Nation.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2008, as Loyalty Day. I call upon all people of the United States to join in support of this national observance and to display the flag of the United States on Loyalty Day as a symbol of pride in our Nation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION

America endures because of the generations of our people who have endeavored alongside one another, joining their voices and their efforts to ensure our Nation lives up to its highest ideals. Driven by the determination to continue making our society more just and more equal, our work to fulfill our country’s potential has always relied on our willingness to see ourselves in our fellow citizens.

Our Nation has always been at its finest when guided by a spirit of shared sacrifice and common purpose. It is that spirit that led a small band of patriots to declare our fledgling democracy free from the grasp of tyranny, that slaves and abolitionists carried in their hearts as they marched forward on the long journey toward freedom, and that guides the men and women who wear our country’s uniform in their selfless service. From the unlit paths of the Underground Railroad to the lunch counters of Greensboro, the first streets draped in the colors of pride to the highest Court in our land, we have seen throughout our history that America is inexorably driven forward by those who commit themselves to expanding our founding promise through extraordinary acts of courage and heroism. We honor that legacy — that demonstrates that the forces of hope and love of country are strong enough to overcome even our most deeply entrenched obstacles — by resolving to carry it forward, by rejecting appeals to prejudice and division in our time, and by drawing on the hopes and dreams that bind us.

While ours has always been a large and complicated democracy, full of differing views and boisterous debates, our history also makes clear that we are strongest when we find in our diversity a deeper, richer unity, stemming from an overarching belief in the possibilities our shared future holds. This Loyalty Day, let us remember that what defines us as one American people is our dedication to common ideals — rather than similarities of origin or creed — and let us reaffirm that embracing this truth lies at the heart of what it means to be a citizen. As long as we stay true to that mission and uphold our responsibility to deliver a freer, fairer Nation to the next generation, a future of ever greater progress will remain within our reach.

In order to recognize the American spirit of loyalty and the sacrifices that so many have made for our Nation, the Congress, by Public Law 85-529 as amended, has designated May 1 of each year as “Loyalty Day.” On this day, let us reaffirm our allegiance to the United States of America and pay tribute to the heritage of American freedom.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2016, as Loyalty Day. This Loyalty Day, I call upon all the people of the United States to join in support of this national observance, whether by displaying the flag of the United States or pledging allegiance to the Republic for which it stands.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of April in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fortieth.



BARACK OBAMA

By the President of the United States

of America

A Proclamation

``Loyalty Day'' is an occasion on which we reaffirm our allegiance
to our country and our devotion to the ideals on which it was founded.
Our government ``by the people'' respects and protects the natural
rights and freedoms of all citizens, without favor, and deserves our
abiding fidelity.
For more than 200 years, people from around the world have
immigrated to America, bringing their dreams and aspirations to a
country that prides itself on its democratic ideals. There is no greater
testament to the success of our system of governance than people's
desire to be a part of the great American experiment. Our Founders
designed that system on the principles of individual liberties and
rights of self-determination. Our Nation stands as a beacon of hope for
all those who embrace these ideas.
Generations of Americans have demonstrated loyalty and devotion to
their country and have gone to great lengths to preserve their freedom.
Many have fought and died so that future generations could continue the
proud traditions of our Nation. To acknowledge this loyalty and love of
country, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved July 18, 1958 (72
Stat. 369; 36 U.S.C. 162), has designated May 1 of each year as
``Loyalty Day.''
Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United
States of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 1993, as Loyalty Day. I
call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies
and activities, including public recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag of the United States. I also call upon government officials
to display the flag on all government buildings and grounds on this day.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of
May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety-three, and of
the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
seventeenth.
William J. Clinton

By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation

Whereas loyalty to the United States of America, its democratic traditions and institutions, and the liberties embodied in our Constitution is essential to the preservation of our freedoms in a world threatened by totalitarianism; and

Whereas it is fitting and proper that we reaffirm by special observance our loyalty to our country and our gratitude for the precious heritage of freedom and liberty under law; and

Whereas the Congress, by a joint resolution of July 18, 1958 (72 Stat. 369), has designated May 1 of each year as Loyalty Day, and has requested the President to issue annually a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies:

Now, Therefore, I, Dwight D. Eisenhower, President of the United States of America, do hereby call upon the people of the United States, and upon all patriotic, civic, educational, and other interested organizations, to observe Friday, May 1, 1959, as Loyalty Day, in schools and other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies in which all of our people may join in the reaffirmation of their loyalty to the United States and the renewal of their dedication to the concepts of the freedom and dignity of man.

I also direct the appropriate officials of the Government to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on that day.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed.

DONE at the City of Washington this eighteenth day of April in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and fifty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-third.

 

[MomentsofSanity]

I'm really not making it an issue. I found it interesting that he "proclaimed it" then I looked it up and learned it's been around for nearly 100 years.
Though I do not recall ever hearing it before.
That being said, it's interesting how the left side is saying "what a joke!' while the right is saying "what a great idea!"
Both sides are wrong

You don't recall it because now it's being promoted to fit a narrative of the authoritarian. Much like you didn't hear before about the proclamations that Obama did that others started railing on. It's not politically convenient to point this one out where as before, it went against the narrative that Obama hated America.

 

[trenchfoot]

Here's where I think it's OK to delineate Trump's proclamation vs all the others irt this occasion: It's Trump we're referring to here.

You know the guy, Trump the antithesis of what a loyalist Republican is, who in part got elected because he said he was anti-establishment yet proved to be the worst example of the establishment that he railed against. Trump, the most disloyal American of all time who lied and schemed and fast talked his way into acquiring the most advantageous position he could ever hope for in order to satisfy his selfish desires, in order to enrich himself at the expense of the nation he is willfully exploiting. Trump, the guy who, of all people, says he wants to bring jobs back to America, but only the ones that will either get him more votes and/or make him more money.

He only wants America to be loyal to him as he stabs America in the back every chance he gets, all for self gain, all to please himself. Where is the self-sacrifice, where is the sincere compassion, where is the honesty, the integrity, the selflessness that speaks to his being loyal to America? All I get from him is hate speech, fear speech, lies, the worst flip-flopping in the history of politics, the broken promises, the sheer gall of his hypocrisy.

There is nothing that he has shown us that speaks to his being loyal to the people that voted him into office. There is only his being loyal to himself, his being temporarily loyal to whomever he can make a deal with for personal gain, like how he is at the moment very loyal to the folks who put him office up to the point where he can treat them like the toilet paper he wipes his ass with.

It would be fine for him to plead for all Americans to be loyal to Country if only he was loyal himself..........which he ain't.

 

[pauldun170]

Fighting the urge to dig up every single Loyalty day proclamation by every President to see if any are as blatantly shitty as Trump's.
This thread needed to pop up on a rainy Sunday morning or something when I might have time...

backing away....

 

[Homerboy]

You don't recall it because now it's being promoted to fit a narrative of the authoritarian. Much like you didn't hear before about the proclamations that Obama did that others started railing on. It's not politically convenient to point this one out where as before, it went against the narrative that Obama hated America.

Yet Fox news is reporting it to "fit a narrative of the authoritarian."?

 

[WelshBloke]

Happy International Workers' Day to you lot as well!

https://youtu.be/uE89blH3PqA

 

[theeedude]

May 1 is International Labor Day. All other designations are just attempts to distract from that.

 

[WelshBloke]

May 1 is International Labor Day. All other designations are just attempts to distract from that.

Apart from the hitting each other with sticks and drinking beer dance!

 

[IronWing]

This is the traditional day for sacrificing virgins. ATOT is understandably nervous.