What a disgrace! Flag at half staffed for Whitney Houston.. For the sole reason that she’s from Newark?! GIVE ME A BREAK! Whitney Houston’s voice is unbelievable, but her contributions to society do not deserve the Flag flown at half staffed. Flags at half staff should be a sign of respect that should be restricted to those who fight for our freedom and protect our familys selflessly. A known and glamorized drug addict celebrity CERTAINLY does not!!