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Topic: The Star-spangled Banner

Ryan Coogler and Kris Bowers (Photo illustration by Salon/Getty Images)

Ryan Coogler: "What is American music?"

D. Watkins
Sheryl Lee Ralph performs during Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Roc Nation)

Anthem anger: Do football, not wokeness

Joy Saha