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Do you support NFL players “taking a knee” in protest of racial injustice and police brutality?

#TakeAKnee refers to a hashtag used regarding United States President Donald Trump’s comments about controversial San Fransisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who infamously does not stand for the American National Anthem as a means of protest against racial inequality and police brutality. During a speech made in Alabama, Trump called Kaepernick a “son of a bitch” who should be “fired.” Many NFL officials, players and fans rallied around Kaepernick by issuing statements about the President’s comments and engaging in protest during games by taking a knee and/or locking arms during the national anthem, while others refused to leave the locker room during the song. Supporters of the president, however, said they would boycott the NFL over the controversy.

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35%
Yes
65%
No
24%
Yes
58%
No
11%
Yes, it is their right to peacefully protest and express their freedom of speech.
5%
No, regardless of their message, sports and politics should not be mixed
2%
No, and any player taking a knee should be fired

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 @6JZ5QVB from Vermont  answered…6yrs6Y

I actually don't think they should sing the National Anthem at football games. The amount of patriotism shown in this country is downright creepy.

 @6JZPBJSfrom California  answered…6yrs6Y

No, do not disrespect the country, only the people who offend you.

 @6JYX5NM from North Carolina  answered…6yrs6Y

Was it ever about racial injustice or police brutality or was it started because one person became second string instead of a starting quarterback.

 @6JZ8PRKfrom Florida  answered…6yrs6Y

No and if they aren't willing to educate themselves on facts of racial discrimination and police brutality and the sacrifice of the people protecting our flag, they should be fired and banned from the NFL.

 @6JZ5CNV from Arkansas  answered…6yrs6Y

No, The uniform represents the company you work for which does not share your individual opinions. The 1st Amendment does not apply to Private Business.

 @6JYXGPSfrom Oklahoma  answered…6yrs6Y

No i do not support NFL players taking a knee to the National Anthem. The National Anthem is not about black rights it is about the thousands/millions of people who died for this county

 @6JYX3YP from Alabama  answered…6yrs6Y

I think it's wrong for anyone to refuse to stand in support for the very country that provides the abilty for them to make money playing a sport. It's disrespectful and foolish.
If they believe enough in their "protest" then let them show it by resigning from football and joining said movement. Show us how serious you really are.
Other than that, your protest means nothing and will achieve nothing, so let the fools kneel if they want, it's a pointless act in the first place.

 @6JYVGC4 from Indiana  answered…6yrs6Y

The players most definitely have the right to show disrespect and I have the right to turn off my TV

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