The Black National Anthem
White fans threaten NFL boycott over ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ performance, face backlash
The decision by some fans, mostly White, to boycott the National Football League (NFL) has sparked mixed reactions. These fans became upset after “Lift Every Voice and Sing” was played. “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often referred to as the Black National Anthem, was performed before kickoff at the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Baltimore Ravens…
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The powerful history behind ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing,’ known as the Black National Anthem
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” has inspired countless people, particularly within...