Mai Vang, who disdains Pledge of Allegiance, has no place in Congress
The editorial criticizes Mai Vang, a candidate for California's 7th Congressional District, for her refusal to pledge allegiance to the flag. It argues that such actions are disrespectful and unfit for someone seeking a high public office. The piece emphasizes the importance of loyalty to the nation and the values it represents, especially during a time of honoring military sacrifices.
- ▪Mai Vang is running for California's 7th Congressional District seat.
- ▪She has publicly turned her back on the flag during the Pledge of Allegiance.
- ▪The editorial claims her actions are divisive and disrespectful to the country.
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Opinion Mai Vang, who disdains Pledge of Allegiance, has no place in Congress By CA Post Editorial Board Published May 23, 2026, 9:59 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google There should be no place in Congress for those who won’t pledge allegiance to America. That means there should be no place in Congress for Mai Vang, who’s vying for California’s 7th Congressional District seat on the June 2 ballot. The fringe-left member of the Sacramento City Council has long made a show of turning her back on the flag during the Pledge of Allegiance –– including on Veterans Day, The California Post reported.
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