Defending Gabby Being Labelled “Unpatriotic”:
I don’t think respecting your country or your flag boils down to whether you put your hand over your heart or not,” Hawkins said. “It’s in your actions towards your country, how well are you abiding by its laws, how well are you helping your fellow citizens?
“We grew up in the military community. My mum spent almost 30 years in the military, my dad’s a two-time Vietnam vet. Because of that it was so insulting that they would accuse my daughter of being unpatriotic when we are so tied to the military family.
When the Star Spangled Banner is played, most military members either salute or stand to attention.”
How The Cyber Bullying Has Affected Their Family:
We’ve been brought to many tears because I don’t know what she’s done to warrant such an attack. To me it looks like she is being bullied”.
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