local
Who flies the American flag for holidays — and who never flies one
By Corey Williams, Linley Sanders And Simran Parwani, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 6 min read
Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home. A few miles away, Yvonne Pistochini says there is no scenario under which she would allow the Stars and Stripes to cast its shadow where she lives.Both are Black.For Esters, the flag represents the opportunities that al...
Key takeaway Pistochini, 79, simply says the America identified by the flag is not the same country she saw growing up.
Why this matters in The Pearland
In Pearland , where diversity and patriotism often intersect, the debate over the American flag's symbolism may resonate deeply. As a community within the Houston area, Pearland's residents likely reflect the broader national trends, with some proudly displaying the flag and others opting not to. The survey's findings on age, race, and political divisions may be particularly relevant in Brazoria County, where demographics are shifting. For instance, the growing diversity of Pearland's population may lead to a more nuanced understanding of the flag's meaning, with some residents, like Jerry Esters, seeing it as a symbol of hard-won opportunities, while others, like Yvonne Pistochini, view it as a reminder of ongoing exclusion. As Pearland continues to evolve, its residents may need to navigate these complex perspectives on the flag, fostering a deeper understanding of what it means to be American in their community.
About this story
Original reporting by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) . The Pearland surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
Get more The Pearland stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home. A few miles away, Yvonne Pistochini says there is no scenario under which she would allow the Stars and Stripes to cast its shadow where she lives.Both are Black.For Esters, the flag represents the opportunities that al...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 30, 2026 by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) and curated for The Pearland readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Corey Williams, Linley Sanders And Simran Parwani, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC). To learn more about how The Pearland selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The Pearland, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter