There is a bit of confusion because sometimes the flags can't be seen on the steemit website, but you are correct they are always visible on the blockchain, the details of which can be reviewed using the advanced mode at steemd.com
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Maybe hovering over the flag should reveal this information? Since its available anyway? Just some thoughts. I guess most users don't look into the blockchain and more or less stay on steemit itself.
Thanks for the info!