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I know the teacher should be fired.

The Gadsden Flag was intentionally designed not to convey a racist message, but a patriotic one. Here are a few notes on the flag’s symbolism, written by his friend and colleague, Ben Franklin.

1. The Rattlesnake is found in no other quarter of the world besides America
2. The rattlesnake also has sharp eyes, and "may therefore be esteemed an emblem of vigilance.
3. She never begins an attack, nor, when once engaged, ever surrenders: She is therefore an emblem of magnanimity and true courage
4. The rattle = the number of the Colonies united in America

From Wikipedia:

- Gadsden intended his flag as a warning to Britain not to violate the liberties of its American subjects.
- The rattlesnake was a symbol of the unity of the Thirteen Colonies at the start of the Revolutionary War.
- The flag has been described as the "most popular symbol of the American revolution."
- The design proclaims an assertive warning of vigilance and willingness to act in defense against coercion.
- The flag is associated with the ideas of individualism and liberty.

How is the Gadsden Flag racist?

UPDATE: Colorado Governor has responded to this video and sets the teacher straight with a history lesson. pic.twitter.com/9Hlt2H3yUG

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) August 29, 2023

This is Jaiden, the 12 y/o Patriot who refused to remove the Gadsden flag from his backpack

School officials said it was “distracting” and “offensive” to other students

After being asked to leave school for refusing to comply, he took this picture near the car of a school… pic.twitter.com/0VXHGhsbgr

— DC_Draino (@DC_Draino) August 29, 2023