Here's another sign-
A woman in Texas who works for a hospital had an American flag torn down in her office by a co-worker. The co worker claimed that it was 'offensive'.
The hospital bosses told her as far as patriotism was concerned, the flag flying outside the hospital building would have to suffice. She also said hospital higher-ups had told her some patients' families and visitors had also complained.
Story can be found at; http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-offensive-flag-0...

Now do we need to worry about them taking the flag away along with the country?

YIS,
WRI

Missy, I have found one place in your argument where you are wrong;
You're not the only trans-person on the site. ;)
The only other thing I have to say to your post is Amen! Sister.
Though I would like the protections as far as employment and housing discrimination extended to include gender identity and sexual orientation.
Hate crime laws are not what is needed, instead bring all of the penalties up to a point where they will deter all criminal behavior, towards anyone.