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SHRED

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Thu Sep 28, 2017, 03:36 PM Sep 2017

Phony paid-for NFL "patriotism"

Yes, The Government Paid The NFL to Have Players Stand for National Anthem

According to numerous sources, and verified by IR.net, the US Government actually paid the NFL in order for them to bring players onto the field and stand for the national anthem during special ceremonies. Up until 2009, NFL players sometimes remained in their respective locker rooms, especially during prime time games, while the national anthem was played on the field. Then starting in 2010 this all changed, as players were required to come onto the field prior to the playing of the anthem, during every game, while the live television audience was able to see the players’ patriotism on display.


http://ir.net/news/politics/127536/yes-government-paid-nfl-players-stand-national-anthem/
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