"The Star-Spangled Banner" is a nice song, but there are other songs whose lyrics are far better tributes to the United States - e.g., "God Bless America," "America the Beautiful."
"The Star-Spangled Banner" is about a flag that flew during the War of 1812. The heart of this nation doesn't come from a flag; it beats with the pride of its people and the natural beauty of its lands.
The current anthem is also hard to sing.
Let's have an anthem whose words reflect the heart of the nation.
Let's have an anthem that people can sing well, can understand what they're singing about, and can feel their hearts swell with pride when they sing it.
Please exert your influence to help the United States choose a new anthem that reflects this nation's heart.