national anthem protests Archives

Did the Federal Government Cancel an $80 Million Nike Contract?

A junk news website reported that the government canceled a nonexistent contract with Nike because...

The Death of John Crawford III

President Donald Trump's renewed criticism of NFL protests prompted the re-emergence on social media of...

Did the Supreme Court Rule in 1943 That No One Can Be Forced to Participate in Patriotic Rituals?

The Supreme Court's 1943 ruling applied to school board officials and other government entities, not...

Did Philadelphia Eagles Players Kneel During the National Anthem in 2017?

The White House claimed that an event with the Super Bowl champions was cancelled due...

Did the NFL Stop Donations to Breast Cancer and Military Charities in Order to Fund Black Lives Matter?

Websites misrepresented details of an agreement between the National Football League and protesting players.

Did Papa John’s Withdraw Their NFL Advertising Over Anthem Protests?

The pizza chain will be removing the NFL logo and the label of "official sponsor"...

Did a Football Fan Sit on an American Flag While Wearing a Shirt Reading ‘I Stand for the National Anthem’?

A sports news web site published the photograph, which was taken during a game between...

Did Donald Trump Joke Around, Fail to Salute the Flag During a Military Ceremony?

A left-leaning web site correctly points out that the President joked around during the playing...

Did the CEO of Hardwick Clothes Cut Ties With the NFL Over ‘Unpatriotic’ Protests?

News reports accurately describe a decision made by Tennessee businessman Allan Jones.

Did Nike Cut Ties with the Dallas Cowboys Over National Anthem Protests?

A "satirical" web site published a fake story about the sportswear company, which has in...

Did a Protester Kneel During a Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

A viral photograph shows a man kneeling and recording a video at the Tomb of...