SUPER BOWL UPDATE….Why is a Canadian singer performing “God Bless America” at the Super Bowl? I mean, I’m happy to stand arm in arm with my Canadian comrades and all, but wouldn’t an American be more appropriate?

On the other hand, the Dixie Chicks did a pretty good job with the national anthem. Using a group was a good idea.

Raiders by 10.

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