By Kurt Voigt
AP Sports Writer 

National anthem protests trickling down to high school level

 

September 15, 2016



Colin Kaepernick's protest against social injustice is being heard loud and clear by young athletes across the country and a host of high school football players have emulated the San Francisco quarterback in recent weeks by kneeling during the national anthem before their own games.

That's where the issue gets complicated.

In football-crazy states such as New Jersey, Alabama and Massachusetts, some players have faced suspension and others have reported harassment or even threats over their stance.

"We are not public institutions and free speech in all of its demonstrations, including protests...



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