The mayor of Olive Branch, Mississippi, is arguing against lowering American flags for country music star and actress, Dolly Parton, who died this week.
\n\nIn a social media post on Friday, Mayor Ken Adams wrote “I want to make something clear about the recent decision to lower the flags for Dolly Parton.”
\n\n“First, there is no question that Dolly Parton was a great person. She brought happiness to millions of people and has done tremendous things for others throughout her life. I have nothing but respect for her. My concern is different,” his message continued:
\n\nI believe lowering the American flag to half-staff should mean something very significant. In my opinion, it should be reserved for our military heroes, fallen first responders, presidents and other major national leaders, or events that have had a tremendous impact on our country. If we lower the flag every time a well-known or beloved person passes away, I believe we eventually lessen the meaning of the gesture.
\n\nParton died this week at the age of 80, just days after announcing she had been dealing with health problems, Breitbart News reported Tuesday.
\n\nShe died following a short battle with cancer.
\n\nTo honor her, President Donald…
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