Philly.com writes:
The 76ers issued a formal apology on Friday to Sevyn Streeter, the singer who was removed from performing the national anthem before Wednesday’s season opener because she wore a “We Matter” jersey-style shirt.
“We are sorry that this happened,” the statement said. “After receiving feedback from our players, basketball operations staff and ownership group, we believe that the wrong decision was made, and Sevyn should have been welcomed to sing. We apologize to her, and in an effort to move the conversation forward, we have reached out to offer her an opportunity to return and perform at a game of her choice. We are waiting to hear back.”
F-ck em.
Should have never happened in the first place.
I can’t believe people are offended by black people saying we matter.
It’s crazy to me how these teams are so quick to value white fans over everyone else like whites are the only ones who support the team. Especially when black men make up over 95% of the team.
If I was Sevyn I would gladly decline. NO thanks…that situation shouldn’t have been a situation to begin with…..as for every1 else they may reach out to, they should decline as well.
I didn’t expect them to backtrack. Interesting.
I wouldn’t try to perform for them again.
They are still trash.
I think she should go and sing. But dont tell them and sing the Black National Anthem instead. Or go and have a whole group of people behind her in silent protest with signs, on one knee, and with their hands up.
I wonder if any other teams will step up and invite her to sing for them?