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  • Patriotism Is for White People

    The American flag, drenched in the blood of American Indians and enslaved Africans, has been romanticized as a symbol of guardianship for all citizens of this nation. One of the main centerpieces of patriotism encapsulated in the flag’s meaning is military service. Be it the Revolutionary or Civil War, World War I or II, or…

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    Terrell Jermaine Starr

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  • If You're An American, And You Don't Give A Damn About Black Americans, Your "Patriotism" Is Bullshit

    For the past week, the prevailing national conversations spring boarded by Colin Kaepernick’s protest have primarily dealt with the level of patriotism possessed by Kaepernick and others aligned with his beliefs about our country and supportive of his means of protest. Some of this conversation has existed in the form of nuanced acknowledgements of the very real and relevant sources…

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    Damon Young

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  • The Military Isn’t a Monolith: An Open Letter From an Active Duty Officer to Colin Kaepernick

    Dear Colin, Your decision to stage a silent protest against racial injustice by remaining seated during the national anthem is one of great courage and intestinal fortitude. Your protest and follow-up comments have been met with excessively vitriolic reactions, including condemnation by members of the military on whose behalf detractors purport to castigate you. Members…

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    The Root Staff

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