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Steelers’ actions un-American

Chisel it in stone: The Pittsburgh Steelers have rejected the anthem — song of allegiance — of the United States of America.

Which flag do they salute?

As a veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict, and as a (former) staunch Pittsburgh Steeler fan, I am deeply incensed and deem it un-American to support those engaged in anti-American activity.

Russell Stepanchak, Columbia

This story was originally published September 27, 2017 at 7:31 PM with the headline "Steelers’ actions un-American."

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