Kneeling isn’t unpatriotic

Mon., Nov. 27, 2017

Is Mr. Nilson suggesting in his letter (“Stand and salute.” Nov. 15) that Jehovah’s Witnesses are not patriotic because they do not salute the flag or stand during the national anthem? I think not and neither are those who kneel. The most patriotic thing people can do is to continue to remind us that our country can improve, especially in how we treat minorities and immigrants. If kneeling helps that happen, great. By the way, kneeling has been seen as a sign of respect for centuries.

Jan Herman

Spokane Valley

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