Because that is what people don't seem to understand. Yes, America has had a past marred by racial injustice. But our national anthem has always stood for one thing and one thing only. Not white ...

Because that is what people don’t seem to understand. Yes, America has had a marred past with racial injustice. But our national anthem has always stood for one thing and one thing only.

is calling on Team USA fans to be "better than that," referring to the anticipation that fans will retaliate against Canada for booing the American national anthem during the tournament.

The national anthem has become a staple of major American sporting events, and with versions sung every single night, every sport has its share of infamous performances. One that stands out in NBA ...