'Real Americans': John Rich lauded as he plans to hold free concert for UNC frat boys who saved US flag
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA: Country singer John Rich was showered with praise on social media recently after he lauded the heroic act of the University of North Carolina fraternity boys for saving the American flag from being trashed by the anti-Israel protestors.
The singer also announced his plan to conduct a free concert in honor of the fraternity boys at the university.
Recently, a member of the UNC's Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, Dam Stompel, who was a key member in the act that has been garnering applause countrywide, revealed his sentiments from the time of the incident and conveyed in an interview that he vowed to protect the flag from the demonstrators with his dead body.
John Rich announces free concert for UNC frat boys who protected American flag
As per Fox News, Rich had nothing but words of praise for the young boys of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity at Chapel Hill, UNC.
The boys took matters into their own hands on Tuesday when an anti-Israel group tried to replace the American flag with a Palestinian one at the UNC campus.
Rich commended their swift response to prevent the American flag from touching the ground.
In an interview with Fox News, Rich expressed his admiration for the viral photo of the boys holding the flag, saying, "I was so impressed that, first of all, someone had taught them, that you never let the American flag touch the ground, under any circumstances. Somebody raised these guys correctly. They understand what's going on."
A Jewish student @UNC was called a pig and had liquid thrown at him for holding an Israeli flag. He stood strong as a group of UNC frat boys protected the American flag after leftists tried to replace it with a Palestinian flag.pic.twitter.com/ndeEjpc4xH
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) May 1, 2024
Rich also revealed to Fox News his plans to organize a free concert at UNC in Chapel Hill. He envisions it as "one of the biggest events of the year", featuring many artists participating in the show which he named "Flagstock."
I have an update on the concert I offered to the frat boys at UNC! VOLUME UP! #FlagStock pic.twitter.com/Qr7dbKVbrb
— John Rich🇺🇸 (@johnrich) May 2, 2024
Speaking to Fox News, Rich added, "I think that when people, especially young people, have enough guts and determination to proclaim their love for the country and show their respect for the flag when it's an inconvenient moment when it's a tough moment to do it, they deserve to be recognized for that."
As per Fox News, he concluded, "Do not sit around and be quiet. Let everybody know you're not all right with that. Just like the boys did at UNC."
Internet users laud John Rich for supporting UNC frat boys
Numerous individuals poured in appreciation for the country music singer's gesture toward the UNC frat boys, with one on Facebook writing, "This is fantastic! Proud of these young men and i love John Rich!! Thank you for doing this concert!🇺🇸❤️."
Another user wrote, "This will be an uplifting concert showcasing love and support for defending the flag. John Rich’s generous act may inspire more artists to join in sharing this important message."
A user commented, "Awesome. Good job standing up for the Flag."
Another user commented, "Real Americans John rich and the students we need that right now in this country."
A user asserted, "Quality action by John Rich for some of Americas young patriots . Well done students."
Another user asserted, "So happy! Keep that money coming for this great event! God Bless America!"
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