Andy Ousterhout wrote:
> I believe that the phrase "under god" was a relatively late addition
> ~1950 to
> the pledge.  However the pledge is not law.

Correct on both counts.  IIRC, the text was added as a Joint Resolution
of Congress.  It was brought up as an example of something official with
religious implications, and as a PITA for athiests everywhere.

> OK, I've wasted an entire day on this and other posts.  Got to sell
> something.
> Anybody want some delicious butter cookies?

Yes.  Yes, I do.  Instead, I'm probably going to go eat some cheap supper.

--Ben
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