#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.
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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@6JZ5QVB3yrs3Y
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.
@6JZPBJS3yrs3Y
No, do not disrespect the country, only the people who offend you.
@6JYX5NM3yrs3Y
Was it ever about racial injustice or police brutality or was it started because one person became second string instead of a starting quarterback.
@6JZ5CNV3yrs3Y
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.
@6JYXGPS3yrs3Y
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
@6JYX3YP3yrs3Y
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.
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