The New Jersey chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union criticized a pre-game ceremony at a high school football game honoring police, military, and first responders because it sent a "frightening message" of intimidation. The event was organized by a local law enforcement officer, Middletown police deputy chief Stephen Dollinger, who said he wanted a response to the protesters who kneel during the National Anthem.  NJ.Com: "It's OK to stand up for social justice, inequality and reform," Dollinger told the newspaper. "It's another thing to not stand up for the national anthem." Those comments caught the attention of the ACLU of New Jersey, who condemned the ceremony in a letter written to Middletown High School South officials.   "As initially described, the event appeared to honor police officers, veterans, service members, and first responders," the ACLU wrote to the district....(Read Full Post)