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A small-town mayor in Washington state stood up to an activist who tried to compare military sacrifice to LGBTQ activism. Mayor Robert Clark of Newcastle faced backlash at a city meeting when a Pride flag supporter claimed flying a POW/MIA flag was a “political stunt” to avoid celebrating Pride Month. The mayor shot back, defending veterans and calling out the disrespect of comparing groups.
The activist argued that flying the POW/MIA flag for 100 days a year wasn’t fair when LGBTQ people make up millions. She said it was “disgusting” to prioritize veterans over her cause. Mayor Clark reminded her that thousands of soldiers died so she could have the freedom to push her agenda. He said she should never “disparage veterans” in front of him.
Greg Gutfeld, a Fox News host, praised the mayor’s response. He said this shows how identity politics divide people instead of uniting them. Gutfeld argues the left focuses too much on group labels like race or sexuality, while conservatives see individuals. He called the activist’s complaints “stupid” and said the mayor’s pushback was overdue.
The clash happened in a liberal area near Seattle, where Pride flags caused drama last year. The council originally refused to fly the flag, then reversed course after protests. This year, the mayor stood firm, saying flying every group’s flag would lead to chaos. He asked if residents wanted Hamas or Antifa flags next.
Critics say the activist’s comments downplayed the sacrifices of soldiers. Over 82,000 Americans are still missing from past wars. Comparing that to Pride Month ignores the blood spilled for freedoms activists now enjoy. The mayor said flying the POW flag honors those who never came home—unlike Pride flags, which celebrate a choice.
Gutfeld says this incident proves identity politics hurt America. He claims the left uses issues like race or gender to control people instead of solving real problems. By obsessing over flags and labels, activists ignore what unites us—like patriotism and respect for those who defend our rights.
The mayor’s supporters cheered his no-nonsense style. They say veterans deserve more respect than loud activists who lecture others. Flying the American flag should be enough, as it represents everyone. Letting every group demand special treatment only causes division and distractions.
This showdown reminds us that freedom isn’t free. It was earned by soldiers, not hashtags or parades. The left’s focus on identity over values fuels endless fights. Common sense leaders like Mayor Clark push back, saying enough is enough. Honor the fallen, respect the flag, and stop turning everything into a political game.
