Q: Last week’s AJC had a picture of U.S. Olympic athletes with American flags draped over their shoulders. Isn’t such behavior a violation of U.S. law (Title 4, Chapter 1)?
-- Phil Miller, Avondale Estates
A: The U.S. Code, Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 8(j) clearly states that "No part of the flag should ever be used as a costume or athletic uniform." However, national pride runs high at the Olympics, and well it should, said Maj. John Alderman, public affairs officer for the Georgia National Guard. "Although it is improper and to be avoided, perhaps it is not surprising that at these events, the athletes sometimes break the rules," he said. "It is fitting and good that we should all continue to be diligent in the adherence to the rightful show of respect for the flag of the United States."
Q: When is the Win for Life drawing held now that the Powerball drawing is at 11 p.m. on Wednesday and Saturday? Are the drawings televised "live" or not at all?
-- Johnny A. Wilson, Canton
A: The Win for Life drawings have moved from the TV to the Internet. Players can visit www.galottery.com to view Win for Life drawings at 11 p.m. on Wednesday and Saturday and for draw results.
Lori Johnston wrote this column. Do you have a question about the news? We’ll try to get the answer. Call 404-222-2002 or e-mail q&a@ajc.com (include name, phone and city).
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