Trump Flag conundrum

[Carpediem44DB]

So on a whim three weeks ago I flew my Trump Keep America Great Again flag. My boat is berthed adjacent a promenade that encircles the city marina and is a very popular path for Benicia residents to walk the dogs, Kids ect. When I am at the boat I always get several Thumbs up and exclamations of GO TRUMP! There is a houseboat across the fairway from me that has put up a ten foot plus Biden 2020 sign. I'm good with that, she has her views, Fine!
I get a call this evening from the harbor master asking me to take down my flag. The management actually is supportive of Trump and loves my flag but they have been inundated with complaints from tenants of the Condos that overlook the marina about both of the flags/banners.
There is actually a clause in my slip contract that prohibits the display of signage on the boats with the exception of For Sale signs for the boat.
I'm a reasonable chap and I only put up the sign for yuks so I agreed to remove it. Now I'm having second thoughts. Do I keep the peace in the place I just go to relax on my boat and let a few Snow Flake Libertards tread on my first amendment rights? I'm getting musings from friends about contracts not trumping constitutional rights and such.
The Gal with the Biden sign says she will take hers down only after I take mine down. She happens to be a currently out of work bartender/server at our club and we actually have a good relationship, hence the conundrum I find myself in. Any thoughts?
Carpe Diem

 

[The Bill Collector]

There is actually a clause in my slip contract that prohibits the display of signage on the boats with the exception of For Sale signs for the boat.

I'm certainly not an attorney, but I think you have answered your question...

 

[Blueone]

I just couldn’t imagine what it would be like to be triggered by a flag.

God help them

 

[KevinC]

Put a flag pole on the dock. Therefore the signage is not on the boat If you can't affix to the dock a big buck with concrete will do. Drop a pvc tube in as a sleeve for the pole.

-Kevin

 

[Blueone]

Can you put a towel over the bow rail ?

 

[Carpediem44DB]

Put a flag pole on the dock. Therefore the signage is not on the boat If you can't affix to the dock a big buck with concrete will do. Drop a pvc tube in as a sleeve for the pole.

-Kevin

Now that's an Idea for sure.

 

[KevinC]

Now that's an Idea for sure.

I see @Blueone has the upgraded flag holder.
-Kevin

 

[Carpediem44DB]

Can you put a towel over the bow rail ?

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I'd pay those young ladies to carry the towel up and down my dock, forget hanging it over my bow rail!

 

[Gofirstclass]

If you have a good relationship with your bartender friend, I'd buy her a drink, call it a draw and not let this come between friends.

 

[Carpediem44DB]

Headed to the boat for a day or so tomorrow so I'll just take it down and keep my happy place just that. A friend of mine offered to loan me is gaypride rainbow flag to fly, doubt Ill be asked to take it down.
Peace Out!
CD

 

[Golfman25]

Up when you’re at the boat. Down when you’re away.

 

[Blueone]

If it's any consolation I bought my Trump flag this morning... one flag down requires another flag up

 

[Chris-380]

Not sure what would be more patriotic, a political flag or what I fly, the United States flag and the POW flag. (Sarcasm)


Sometimes i think people need to grow up and stop these games. to fly a flag of an elected official (either one), they are both childish, I have never thought of flying any political flag....

 

[Blueone]

Not sure what would be more patriotic, a political flag or what I fly, the United States flag and the POW flag. (Sarcasm)

Sometimes i think people need to grow up and stop these games. to fly a flag of an elected official (either one), they are both childish, I have never thought of flying any political flag....

How do you feel about bumper stickers? or lawn signs?... Why cant you be proud of your President or candidate? …. just the fact you're triggered by this doesn't make any sense
I think we all need to lighten up….

 

[DWABoat]

All sarcasm aside, I hate to admit it, but I agree with the marina’s policy. While the Trump/Biden issue is not real challenging, can you see a Swastika next to Jewish family’s boat?
As a business, I can see why limiting the “speech” voluntarily among its members (when you contracted) is very smart. Provide quality service. Get paid. Leave politics out of it. Everyone is happy.

 

[Chris-380]

you say lighten up, but the reaction CD got, is just what he wanted. He wanted any reaction, positive or negative.... if someone flew an Obama flag all you would be going apeshit.... you will say no, but it’s the truth. Truth hurts I guess

.... and the person with the Biden 10’ flag got the reaction they wanted.... both are childish, but if that’s what your looking for, go for it

people are dividing this country every day, you can blame the other side, but you are just as much to blame...

I think it’s sad that people make everything political. Boating? Really?

How do you feel about bumper stickers? or lawn signs?... Why cant you be proud of your President or candidate? …. just the fact you're triggered by this doesn't make any sense
I think we all need to lighten up….

 

[CaptRonn]

The best thing about our country is freedom. Freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, freedom to worship and freedom to express yourself.

My boats have always flown the pirate's Jolly Roger flag. I would assume to some that would be "offensive", but know what? I don't care. It's my property, my right.

The moment we start putting restrictions on freedom of expression, such as flags, this is the beginning of tyranny. What's next? It wasn't that long ago a neighborhood HOA made a WW2 vet take down his American flag he flew proudly in front of his house.

Put whatever you want on your house, car, boat, whatever. I may disagree with your message, but I will adamantly support your right to do so.

 

[DWABoat]

The best thing about our country is freedom. Freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, freedom to worship and freedom to express yourself.

My boats have always flown the pirate's Jolly Roger flag. I would assume to some that would be "offensive", but know what? I don't care. It's my property, my right.

The moment we start putting restrictions on freedom of expression, such as flags, this is the beginning of tyranny. What's next? It wasn't that long ago a neighborhood HOA made a WW2 vet take down his American flag he flew proudly in front of his house.

Put whatever you want on your house, car, boat, whatever. I may disagree with your message, but I will adamantly support your right to do so.

Well sir...that sounds great until someone in Louisiana puts up a damned Alabama Crimson Tide flag!!! Let’s see your darned patience then!!!!

 

[Blueone]

I think it’s sad that people make everything political. Boating? Really?

I get it ...it bothers you... but it doesn't bother me at all ...be it an Obama, Biden or Trump flag...
We have to respect the other persons position as that is what this democracy is all about... you don't get to dictate rules around your point of view.

 

[Chris-380]

I get it ...it bothers you... but it doesn't bother me at all ...be it an Obama, Biden or Trump flag...
We have to respect the other persons position as that is what this democracy is all about... you don't get to dictate rules around your point of view.

Thank goodness the marina does, lmao