Lately before NFL games begin, we’ve been seeing a rather uncommon phenomenon take place – players not standing during the national anthem. This movement goes back to last year, with Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers protesting racial inequality by not standing during the national anthem. President Trump came out with fire on Sept. 25th, slamming Kaepernick and others on Twitter for not standing during the national anthem.
“The issue of kneeling has nothing to do with race. It is about respect for our Country, Flag and National Anthem. NFL must respect this!