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Oakland A's player who kneeled during anthem says he was refused
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For A's Bruce Maxwell, protest during anthem a result of introspection
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NFL teams face fines over national anthem protests under new
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NFL Players Continue National Anthem Protests In Sunday Games
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Giants' Gabe Kapler becomes first MLB manager to kneel during
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NFL players unite to take on Trump over anthem protests
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A's fans cheer Bruce Maxwell in first at-bat after kneeling for anthem
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A's, Angels demonstrate unity, support for racial justice before
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San Francisco Giants players, manager Gabe Kapler kneel during anthem