programming that is both non-political and attractive to a wide audience. Nonetheless, the league is taking a stand against what it sees as a breach of its established principles by imposing this heavy penalties.
Some feel the punishment goes beyond simple rule enforcement and sheds light on more systemic problems with the NFL’s handling of racial and social concerns.
They bring attention to the league’s problematic past with racial equality, such as how it dealt with players who protested and the absence of diversity in league administration and teams.
To really grasp the effect of Day’s performance and the subsequent debate, one must grasp the historical and cultural importance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,
” frequently called the Black National Anthem. People saw its presence in Super Bowl LVIII as a way to recognize the rich diversity of American culture and the continuous fight for racial equality.
Beyond athletics, the decision to penalize Day for singing this song touches on larger social problems and the continuing discussion over race in the United States.
