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National Anthem Pros And Cons
There is a significant controversy happening right now in the NFL concerning the National Anthem. During the start of every game the National Anthem is sung, and the players stand up and direct themselves towards the flag and place their right hand over their hearts. Recently, some players have not been standing up, not showing up as in staying in their locker rooms until the anthem ends, taking a knee, or linking arms. Although some might think this is disrespectful, it’s all in solidarity to protest against injustice and inequality. This all started after The President of the United States, Donald Trump, bashed the NFL claiming that the owners of the teams should fire the players who won't stand up for the anthem while using some vulgar

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