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ajc.com | Metro | Ruling riles GeorgiansSen. Max Cleland (D-Ga.), a triple amputee as a result of wounds suffered in Vietnam, called the decision "ludicrous."

"The Pledge of Allegiance is a totally voluntary expression of patriotism, which is exactly what our country needs right now. Is 'In God We Trust' on our money unconstitutional too? I hope a higher court will strike this decision down," Cleland said.

Sen. Zell Miller (D-Ga.), a former Marine, called the ruling "disgraceful, especially coming a week before this nation celebrates July 4. I bet Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and our other founding fathers are spinning in their graves today."

Miller said he expects the decision to be overturned by a higher court "and if it isn't, I believe Congress should take immediate action."