What is the significance of Flag Day 2005 for you?
By Rev. Austin H. Armitstead
CARMEN MARIN
“As a Puerto Rican and a teacher for 30 years, I think it is very important to teach our children what the flag of our country stands for. Children should learn to be proud of the country they live in as well as the place they came from.”
ARNOLD W. DRUCKER
“It is important for every nation to celebrate days of patriotism and unification of people. It is important to be reminded of what a great country we have and celebrate that.”
RICKY CASTRO
“Flag Day’s significance is that of the extreme importance of pride. It also represents liberty and sacrifice that make this the most desirable nation to be part of.”
RALPH VASQUEZ
“Flag Day has special meaning aside from what it represents. In 1997 my younger daughter won a school award for a Flag Day poem.”
W. CHU
“For many years I have had the privilege of delivering mail to Queens residents from their friends around the world.”
TROY GEORGE
“My customers in a diversified Queens reflect the wonder found on Flag Day as they fly our flag and appreciate why it is special to work, play, worship and enjoy life in America.”