This is a sign that there still is hope for America.

America's hopes, dreams, and of being the greatest country in the world lies right there, in the hearts and minds of the regular American people.

The power of the people.  God Bless America.

Nice video. but there is a backstory.(circa May 26, 2025)

In a show of patriotism before Memorial Day, the crowd at a high school softball championship game at Fresno State's Margie Wright Diamond on Friday night launched into their own rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" after it was announced that the song wouldn't be played because it had already been played before an earlier game.

What do you mean "we?"

As in “we” are under attack.

As in “we” are under attack.

if I used we to exaggerate something, my mom would ask, "We?  You have a mouse in your pocket?"

People doing things they know they shouldn't often hide behind the illusion of "we" as iff they have a majority or at least support other than just themselves talking.  It's sometimes so obvious as to resemble the "royal we" that kings and queens use.

"We" and "us" are collective terms meant to lull people into agreement by simply not wanting to go against the flow.  Politicians and leaders use the terms more often because the objective is to get the listener or reader to identify with the issue.  Saying "I" and "you" doesn't always work when convincing them of an idea, which most parents can attest to.  If we are getting ready for bed, it gets less resistance than just you getting ready.

p.s.  I'm bored.         

Nice video. but there is a backstory.(circa May 26, 2025)

In a show of patriotism before Memorial Day, the crowd at a high school softball championship game at Fresno State's Margie Wright Diamond on Friday night launched into their own rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" after it was announced that the song wouldn't be played because it had already been played before an earlier game.

WHat is the protocol for double headers or back to back games?

WHat is the protocol for double headers or back to back games?

Traditionally, the anthem is only played before the beginning of the first game.

This tradition allows for a seamless and smooth transition between multiple games.

I figure most spectators will be in the restroom, getting food/drinks or buying souvenirs.  No sense in playing the anthem while people are moving to and from their seats.  Everyone would be expected to stop until the anthem is finished regardless of where they happen to be, which would delay them returning to their seats for the start of the next game.

I'm not a baseball fan, but i have been to many sporting events.  People will take the opportunity to leave their seats whenever there is a break in the game.