I like the larger sense of identity too.  I've chosen not to pledge my allegiance to the US, but instead to participate as a citizen within the US. I respect it but don't live by it. I honor the service of those who do, but think there is a bigger and more meaningful story to hold onto: Kingdom.

I recently sat down during a singing of the national anthem at a hockey game.  The gentleman behind me was visibly disturbed and said, "The really bugged me.  Why did you do that." I explained to him my rationale, but as a man in his sixties and a veteran, he didn't like it.  I get that.