How Schools Should Respond To National Anthem Protests

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Channel: Education Week · 2017 · News & Politics

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If the past is any indicator, public schools are about to have a big teachable moment about the First Amendment, sparked by a burst of tension between President Donald Trump and professional athletes. First Amendment advocates say punishing students for such peaceful acts of protests is not only a violation of their rights; it's also a wasted learning opportunity.

Read more: http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/rulesforengagement/2017/09/students_have_a_right_to_protest_during_national_anthem_pledge_of_allegiance.html

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