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World Service,29 Aug 2016,49 mins

National Anthems and Respect

World Have Your Say

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US footballer Colin Kaepernick refused to stand for the national anthem during a recent game. He's sparked a passionate debate about patriotism, respect, civil rights and Black Lives Matter. Also in today's show - the growing row over black hair styles at one of South Africa's elite girls' schools, and Kenya's Olympics corruption scandal.

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