National Anthem Research Paper

The National Anthem protests surrounding the NFL have brought much separation between the players, league, and the fans. Instead of the sport being an opportunity for fans to get away from politics, players have brought politics right into the game. The protests are a way for players to show their feelings of social issues, but the National Anthem is not the right time to protest. The National Anthem is a piece of American History and a time to show respect to our nation’s colors. With the growing turmoil in today’s world these protests are showing selfishness in the players, breaking apart the bond between fans, but can help the players express their feelings on a national level.
Today, our country is experiencing turmoil over possible situations of racial inequality, that the recent NFL protests have helped ignite.

Sports has always been an opportunity for fans to be able to get away from national politics in the country. The game is supposed to be centered around what is happening on the field, and players are bringing politics right onto the green. The commissioner's office has held recent meetings, in the past weeks, over this on-growing dilemma. “The NFL is making a push to help end the growing protests surrounding the sport as they have pledged 89 million dollars over the course of seven year to various charities that focus on social injustice and racial equality” (Withiam par. 2). With the addition of these donations the league hopes to resolve the protests. Eagle’s safety Malcolm Jenkins has already stated, “All of this really is in good faith, and I think if the league continues to come through or deliver on their word, then I see no need to go back to what I was doing” (Withiam par. 3). The league wants players to be able to express their interests and beliefs, but in the same matter they do not want the players sitting during the most patriotic time of the