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Letter: Kneeling is patriotic when nation falls short of ideals

Buffalo Bills players take a knee during the playing of the national anthem prior to a game Sept. 24, 2017, against the Denver Broncos in Orchard Park, N.Y. - photo by Associated Press

09292017 ANTHEM KNEELING — Buffalo Bills players take a knee during the playing of the national anthem prior to a game Sept. 24, 2017, against the Denver Broncos in Orchard Park, N.Y. - photo by Associated Press

There are times when it might be an act of patriotism to not stand during our national anthem. Here are some reasons why. Our flag represents freedom, equality and justice. Brave and proud Americans from all races have fought and died for those ideals.