Mayor Shane Fuhrman of Silverton, Colorado, tried to ban reciting the pledge of allegiance saying that it caused divisiveness and issues within the community. However, members of the town’s board recited the pledge anyway. A frustrated Fuhrman said the trustees were out of order and would be forced to leave if there were any more disruptions.
Colorado Mayor Bans Pledge of Allegiance, Trustees Declare It Anyway
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