San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has certainly set off a firestorm of criticism over the last six days, ever since he told NFL Network’s Steve Wyche that he did not stand during the playing of the National Anthem last week as a silent protest to the way African-Americans and other people of color are treated in this country.
In a question-and-answer session with reporters on Sunday, Kaepernick further explained his stance, highlighting his respect for military personnel while saying that he will continue to sit in recognition of those that are oppressed. It was clear that Kaepernick was passionate and had put a lot of thought into his actions and the repercussions he would face.
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