The words 'Under God' were added to the pledge in 1954, to distinguish the United States from other countries practicing 'Godless communism'. however, the words play a much more significant role in everyday life than was probably meant by the officials who added the words. For example, our founding fathers based this country on a relegious support system. Thomas Jefferson, in the Declaration of Independence, implied that all men are created equal, and every man has certain unailable rights, under a divine creator. Also, after the Ninth Circuit Appeals Court ruled the words unconstitutional, huge numbers of Americans became aware of the issue and sought to keep the words in. Political leaders and citizens alike met in Washington to sing God Bless America and recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
An effort to take the phrase 'Under God' out of the pledge would be more a hassle than keeping it in. It is obvious that not everyone will be happy with the outcome of the decision. the Athiests will not like their children are being introduced to the notion of a God existing, and the 'believers' will not wish to live in a nation that does not acknowledge thier creator and ultimate ruler.
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I agree with you point about how it would be more of a hassle. You might want to get some type of poll asking people if they want "under god" taken out of the pledge of alliance.
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