HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-08-25 Public Comment - G. Elliot - A flag that is free of political symbolismFrom:Gina Elliott
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]A flag that is free of political symbolism, like the current flag of the City of Bozeman, is the only way
to ensure that all voices are truly welcome. A neutral city flag unites residents across differences of background,belief, and affiliat...
Date:Tuesday, July 8, 2025 11:52:18 AM
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I am unable to be present at the meeting tonight but please read below:
Gina Eyer
A flag that is free of political symbolism, like the current flag of the City of Bozeman, is theonly way to ensure that all voices are truly welcome. A neutral city flag unites residents across
differences of background, belief, and affiliation. The moment government symbols becomeidentity-based, they cease to belong to everyone. Public institutions should not play favorites
with ideologies, lifestyles, or affiliations. That’s not neutrality; it’s tribalism, and it’s exactlywhat we should be avoiding.