Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, recently commended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill fraternity brothers for their courageous act of defending the American flag from an anti-Israel group on campus. The incident occurred when activists attempted to replace the American flag with a Palestinian flag, prompting the fraternity brothers to intervene.
UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts instructed the police to restore the American flag after the initial incident. However, the situation escalated when non-affiliated activists made a second attempt to remove the flag. In response, a group of fraternity brothers and other students swiftly acted to prevent the flag from touching the ground, a moment captured in a viral photo on social media.
In a letter addressed to 'the Brothers of Pi Kappa Phi,' Rep. Fallon praised the students for their actions, describing them as displaying 'extreme courage' and 'deep patriotism.' He emphasized the significance of their intervention in the face of adversity and commended them for upholding American values.
Fallon's letter, published on Friday, highlighted the exemplary behavior of the fraternity brothers and urged others to follow their lead. He lauded the students for setting a high standard for American fraternities and university students, emphasizing the importance of patriotism and stewardship in challenging circumstances.
The incident at UNC Chapel Hill serves as a reminder of the importance of defending national symbols and values. The actions of the Pi Kappa Phi brothers have garnered widespread recognition and praise, showcasing the power of unity and courage in upholding American ideals.
