The American flag, a symbol of national pride, has a rich and significant history. It has long stood for freedom, democracy and the pursuit of a more perfect union, embodying the collective belief ...

Flags like the Flight 93 are symbols, and they can be powerful. This flag brings back memories of our united past for many people. Might it help us find a united future?

The United States isn’t the only country debating Confederate symbols. The Confederate flag can be seen flying in Ireland, Germany, Brazil and beyond.

The flag points the way to who we are, even as it complicates what it means to feel for one’s country. The U.S. flag is America’s symbol, but it’s also a cipher, layered with meanings and ...