I just rediscovered Red Skelton’s commentary on the Pledge Allegiance of the United States. It was recorded in 1969. It is very ironic that he closed his commentary with a very foreboding prophesy.
"Since I was a small boy, two states have been added to our country and two words have been added to the Pledge of Allegiance…
UNDER GODWouldn’t it be a pity if someone said that is a prayer and that would be eliminated from schools too?"
- Red Skelton
Today’s attacks on the Pledge and the use of God in public school has made Red Skelton’s words the most prophetic statements ever made. The times have certainly changed!