William Astore is a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel and history professor who blogs at Bracing Views.
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How Pro Sports Became Part of the U.S. Military’s War Machine
Since 9/11, public displays of patriotism have been built into major sporting events. Here's why that's so insidious.
William J. Astore