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Many Americans Side With President Trump On NFL Anthem Protests

A research study of more than 400 Americans found that more than 40 percent support the president's criticism of protests by NFL players and coaches during the national anthem.
The Washington, D.C., football team stands at attention while linked in arms during the national anthem before Monday night's game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo.

The political debate surrounding national anthem protests at National Football League games intensified this week after players declined to stand during the playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" after the mass shootings in Las Vegas.

Before the Monday Night Football game between the NFL franchises in Kansas City and Washington D.C., two Kansas City players sat on the bench during the playing of the anthem, while all of the Washington

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