May 12, 2019

Yankees fans threaten boycott after ban of Kate Smith’s ‘God Bless America’

by Felix Pantaleón

Kate Smith’s rendition of “God Bless America” has been scrapped at Yankee Stadium, but Bronx Bomber fans are going to bat for her over allegations of racism. Smith’s niece, Suzy Andron, told The Post she is “honored” by the groundswell of support for the late singer among fans and media. “Most are solidly behind the…

Written by Felix Pantaleón

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