No, he didn't commit a crime, I'm not speaking from a legal standpoint at all. I'm speaking for myself and I assume a lot of other Veterans who not only fought through wars but watch their friends die in front of them protecting the rights of others. I see the Nation Anthem as a moment of thanks to those who fought and died for us to be able to sit and watch these events. It's not a moment for Political statements or a stage for someone personal statements. There are hundreds of other ways and times to get your message across. It's to show your respect. When KAP decided to kneel he take a knee and was asked about why he stated that he "refused to stand for the playing of the national anthem in protest of what he deems are wrongdoings against African Americans and minorities in the United States" which to me is a great cause. Any soldier who went to war or served this country deserves this moment of respect and reflection. Kaepernick didn't respect that. Nothing anyone can say will ever change my mind on the matter. The guy has a right to protest it's a just protest, it was just a very misguided time and place for it IMHO.
I don't believe the guy cares about the people who died for his freedoms and I will never support him. That is why even though he did nothing Illegal I wanted no part of him representing the NFL or becoming the face of my Favorite team in any capacity even if that means we miss the playoffs or Superbowl I wouldn't want him.
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