Just in time for Indianapolis’ hosting of the Super Bowl, an Indiana state senator wants to ensure that any rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” emerging from her state is sung properly, with a plan to penalize those who flub it. It’s understandable that Indiana would want to prevent a repeat of last year – Christina Aguilera’s flub at the 2011 Super Bowl made headlines around the world – but the proposed law stretches further than to just music superstars at internationally televised events.
State senator Vaneta Becker, who represents the southern Indiana city of Evansville, has set forth a bill that would fine anyone, professional or amateur, who modifies the anthem while singing at a public school or a university-sponsored event in the state. Performers would sign a contract pledging to stick to the originally written lyrics and traditional melody of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Those who change the words, even comically, could be subject to a $25 fine. “Sometimes it’s just done in a joking manner,” she told the Indy Star, “but I don’t think the national anthem is something we ought to be joking around with.
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2 things that should be sacred are the National Anthem and the US Constitution.All of us can,or should be able to forgive an honest mistake,but the fine is a good idea.For famous and wealthy celebrities the fine should be $25,000.
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