Indeed, but there is a loophole: Sex toys are available to sell as "novelty toys," just not as "sex toys." It's like selling a "bong" is also illegal, but if you call it a "water pipe—for tobacco use" and you also sell other legal smoking products, then it is legal.
RE: West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, 1943
"...states can still require it while offering exemptions. And states have varying levels of exemptions — for example, Florida and Texas allow for a student to be exempted from reciting the Pledge of Allegiance only if a parent or guardian consents."
https://www.kxan.com/news/national-news/47-us-states-have-laws-requiring-students-recite-pledge-of-allegiance/
Ava ॐ
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2025-02-22 20:39:31
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