pledge of allegiance

Usher helped push the former NFL quarterback to the finish line.
When the pledge of allegiance was first introduced, there was no reference to God, or to America.
The student had sat during the pledge for years without any problems -- until now.
In several school districts, students need a written excuse from a parent to kneel during the anthem.
"I love America, but I want to support a brother who is shining light on injustice."
To put one's hand over their heart in allegiance to a nation that is built on values of white cisgender male supremacy is violent itself.
The rumor comes from a fake news website.