Allen says that some people infer that “freedom of expression stops at the border of the flag.” What is the meaning of the words in quotation marks?

Allen says that some people infer that “freedom of expression stops at the border of the flag.” What is the meaning of the words in quotation marks?


    A Each country has the right to protect its flag from protesters.

    B Harming the flag is not allowed under freedom of expression.

    C People cannot express themselves within U.S. borders.

    D People cannot protest at government buildings where the flag is flown.