A public commission in Virginia has voted down a proposal to add the Pledge of Allegiance to its official meeting agenda. The Winchester Planning Commission rejected the measure in a 4–2 vote last week, declining to incorporate the pledge into its bylaws. Some commissioners described the tradition as "pageantry" and "unnecessary," sparking debate among residents who view the pledge as a symbol of unity and patriotism. The proposal was introduced by Commission Chairman Beau Correll, who argued it would reaffirm shared civic values at the start of public meetings. Correll joins Alicia Summers to weigh whether to reintroduce the measure, as the vote has fueled broader discussion about polarization and the role of longstanding civic traditions in local government. Join this channel to get access to OAN Live & perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNbIDJNNgaRrXOD7VllIMRQ/join Visit us On OAN Live : https://live.oann.com/home.ktv Website: https://www.oann.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneAmericaNewsNetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/OANN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_america_news_ KlowdTV: Watch OAN Live on KlowdTV subscription prices start at $2.99 /mo https://klowdtv.com