Do you support a ban on desecrating the American flag?

Peter Weare, 42, Windham (with sons Ryan and Nathan)

“No, I don’t. My personal opinion is that one of the reasons America is so great is because we have freedom of speech and expression. To put limitations on it contradicts what our country is about.”

Mimi Gray, 54, Raymond

“I would hate to see any American flag burned. But you know what there are much more important issues to deal with in this country like the war in Iraq.”

Lisa Cloutier, 21, Windham

“I think it’s a good idea. I just think it’s really wrong to burn the flag. It’s really against the U.S. and I really don’t think it should be done. It’s really disrespectful.”

Dana Mayo, 67, Otisfield

“Yes, I do support it. It’s an emblem. It signifies the United States of America. Thousand and thousands of people have died to protect it and any desecration of it is an affront to me.”

Shirley Wildes, 64, Limington

“Yes, I definitely support the ban. Flag burning is disgusting. Where else are you going to get freedom?”

Dennis Lorrain, 32, Casco

“Ban flag burning, definitely. I’m a veteran. I fought for this country thank you very much. The flag is what this whole country is about. That flag stands for freedom.”