Dodgers National Anthem Controversy

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Nezza performs Spanish national anthem at Dodgers game

National anthem singer claims Dodgers said she couldn't perform in Spanish, but she did it anyway

Amid an ongoing, controversial push to increase immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, the woman who sang the national anthem before Saturday night's Dodgers game said she felt like she "needed" to do something different for her performance.

Sporting News · 1d

Nezza national anthem controversy, explained: Did the Dodgers ban singing Spanish version?

Amidst those protests, the Dodgers hosted the Giants, and the national anthem singer on Sunday night made a controversial decision to sing "The Star Spangled Banner" in Spanish. Vanessa Hernandez, who goes by the name Nezza, appeared to go against the Dodgers' wishes to use the Spanish version instead of the English one.

The Times of India on MSN · 15h

Singer Nezza's battle for belonging: Why her national anthem at Dodgers game sparked controversy

Singer Nezza's Spanish rendition of the US national anthem at a Dodgers game ignited controversy, sparking both support and backlash. Intended as a tribute to the Latino community amidst immigration concerns,

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Nezza speaks after breaking the rules at Dodger Stadium: Is she allowed to go back?

The Spanish version she wanted to sing wasn't some casual translation; President Franklin D. Roosevelt officially commissioned it in the 1940s ...

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"Are Dodgers fans going to boycott?" - Internet ablaze after stadium officials forbid pro-Latino community scarf in Padres game

The Los Angeles Dodgers are embroiled in controversy with the franchise's stance being questioned by fans amid the ongoing ICE raids throughout Los Angeles.

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Andy Pages shines and Dave Roberts is ejected in Dodgers’ wild win over Padres

Dave Roberts is ejected, tempers flare between players and Andy Pages shines as the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 for ...

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Angry fans call for MLB boycott over ‘unacceptable’ Pride Month stunt during National Anthem at Mets game

The move, part of MLB’s annual Pride Month celebrations, was instantly slammed by fans who felt it disrespected the National ...

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