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Letter: Player protests during anthem show disrespect to military, public safety

Miami Dolphins fans spell out “Stand” for the national anthem during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Jim Rassol/South Florida Sun-Sentinel) - photo by Associated Press

10142017 NFL ANTHEM — Miami Dolphins fans spell out “Stand” for the national anthem during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Jim Rassol/South Florida Sun-Sentinel) - photo by Associated Press

Tom Crawford’s column Wednesday in The Times supported the right to protest at football games. I take issue with that although he does bring some thoughts to mind.