Singing the national anthem is important. It is more important than any international soccer match or track meet. Singing the national anthem demonstrates the devotion of Americans to the Flag, an icon for the rule of law and government by, for, and of the People.
No one is required to sing the national anthem, other than Americans serving their country and volunteers representing the USA. Given our expectation of fidelity to Duty, Honor, and Country on the part of athletes representing the USA, it is time to say goodbye to disloyal members of the American Women’s National Soccer Team. We want to hear of your disloyalty no more.