I'm not disagreeing with you Lizzie - but there is a danger that in attempting to take back such a symbol you become aligned with their ideals - even if that is the farthest from the truth. For instance, the swaztika has significance beyond the Nazis, but it is rarely attempted to be utilized anymore. I think there comes a point where we have to wonder what is more important - keeping alive a "tradition" that brings hurt to others or realizing that traditions are living events that need to adapt to the times. Personal pride seems to become wrapped in patriotism and it only ends with divided communities that do not communicate and work together.