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NFL accused of targeting athlete over Palestinian tribute
Original: Appalling string of actions by the # NFL targeting an athlete who “dared” oppose the genocide of Palestinian kids by Isr
The NFL is facing criticism over reports that it threatened to ban a player from a game after he honoured a slain Palestinian girl, in what critics call a string of actions against athletes who speak out over Israel's war in Gaza. Supporters of the player, including pro-Palestinian and human rights advocates, have framed the episode as a free speech issue, accusing the league of punishing an athlete who dared to oppose the killing of Palestinian children.
Why now: Reports that the NFL threatened a player over a tribute to a Palestinian girl have sparked anger among human rights and free speech advocates.
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