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Articles tagged: national anthem protests 5 Total

Fact Check Politics

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

17 October 2017 A sports news web site published the photograph, which was taken during a game between the New York Jets and the New England Patriots.

Fact Check Military

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

13 October 2017 A left-leaning web site correctly points out that the President joked around during the playing of "Retreat," but he did not violate protocol.

Fact Check Sports

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

5 October 2017 News reports accurately describe a decision made by Tennessee businessman Allan Jones.

Fact Check Sports

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

2 October 2017 A "satirical" web site published a fake story about the sportswear company, which has in fact expressed support for players' right to protest.

Fact Check Viral Phenomena

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

28 September 2017 A viral photograph shows a man kneeling and recording a video at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it's unclear whether he was also protesting.