Essays on Anthem

Via editorial and op-ed writings in newspapers, NFL players protest by kneeling during the national anthem has elicited equal amounts of sympathy and condemnation from opinion shapers and the general public. Those who oppose kneeling argue that the players are not patriotic enough and do not respect the flag....

Songs as Unifying InstrumentsSongs are an effective instrument for uniting communities of people, as well as for helping them communicate shared feelings and bring them to action. In this respect, some songs appear as anthems for unique generations.Lee Greenwood s God Bless America Lee Greenwood s God Bless...

The NFL players revolt started about a year ago but was not immediately noticed. During the preseason games, NFL star Colin Kaepernick actually sat in the stands during the national anthem of the United States. He later reversed his stance to take a knee, stating that he was doing so...