Black National Anthem?? What in the world...

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Originally Posted by rgcraig

Daniel,

Some things are just proper --- this was NOT proper. She was asked to sing the National Anthem - - not any song she felt like singing.

And yet had she busted out w/ OH BEAUTIFUL FOR SPACIOUS SKYS ... a la Ray Charles it would not be a biggie.

I'm all for decorum and yes... this is where some have a legitimate quibble ...

but my gut tells me that had she chosen an "accepted" standard we wouldn't even know about this story.

The fact remains the patriotic standard about love of country and God she substituted has a storied past ... it did not come out of nowhere .... and is an accepted standard at many venues ... including public schools.

This is not some artist burning a flag while singing to our nation.

Perspective and balance are sorely needed ...

Carry on ...