Tennessee Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen criticized Super Bowl fans for not standing during the performance of 'Lift Every Voice and Sing,' commonly referred to as the Black National Anthem or Negro National Anthem, noting that 'Very very few stood.' His remarks, shared on social media and tagged with @RepCohen and #SuperBowl, highlighted his disappointment with the Super Bowl crowd's reaction, describing it as 'not a pretty picture.' This incident sparked discussions across various news platforms and social media, with opinions divided on the matter. Cohen's criticism adds to the ongoing conversation about respect, unity, and the significance of national anthems in sporting events.
Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen chides Super Bowl crowd for sitting during ‘Negro National Anthem’: ‘Not a pretty picture’ https://t.co/qxK5ttXKKq https://t.co/5OpFzC4hHq
Democrat chides Super Bowl crowd for sitting during 'Negro National Anthem': 'Not a pretty picture' https://t.co/BnvwHyxc4W
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"Not a pretty picture of Super Bowl crowd" A Democrat Congressman sent an insane tweet about some NFL fans not standing for "Lift Every Voice and Sing" - a song some view as the black national anthem. Politicians love keeping people divided! READ: https://t.co/UApqmliikM https://t.co/FISJeDs2f6
Part 1 Democratic congressman hits Super Bowl fans for not standing for 'Negro Nat’l Anthem'—‘Very very few stood for ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing... Not a pretty picture of Super Bowl crowd,' Tennessee Rep. Steve Cohen wrote on X https://t.co/CsHotGnbbC @RepCohen #SuperBowl https://t.co/AxSkWnUltL
Democratic congressman hits Super Bowl fans for not standing for 'Negro National Anthem' https://t.co/Fq31jsnfsT