Why US Chapters always recite the Pledge of Allegiance
Le Tip International has never been an organization that preaches politics or religion. We are a secular business networking organization and our purpose is strictly the exchange of qualified business leads.
So why do all United States chapters recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every meeting?
The incorporation of the Pledge of Allegiance is merely a tribute to the United States Flag, and that for which it stands. Our flag represents a country of free commerce and free trade, a country that allows individuals to work hard and reap the rewards, a country where free speech and choice are embraced, and a country where we are free to assemble to exchange our ideas. Additionally, it is a way to give thanks to all of the men and women who have been courageous enough to fight, and sometimes give up their lives, in order to maintain these freedoms. Among these men and women is Le Tip’s founder, Ken Peterson, a surviving WWII veteran.
Our intention is not to impose values on our members, but rather to reflect gratitude towards a country that allows us to be. As always, it is a member’s choice to participate in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance. That’s the beauty of living in a free country.
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