Why are football players kneeling?

[Ken The Kanuck]

I understand that it is some kind of political protest, but about what?

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/britis...very-1.4314932

KTK

[JB White]

Some are kneeling in solidarity like she is, but they haven't a real clue as to why. The kneeling is the result of ignorance and the "solidarity" part is just a trend to follow. Yesterday I was told that I don't understand. Correct, because most of us do understand our National Anthem.

[m1ashooter]

Isn't she special. I have too much respect for Canada to disrespect the people of Canada by kneeling. If she plans to disrespect a country she is a guest in then I hope they don't let her in my country. All is fair as Canada will not let Manning in.

I really don't care why dumb ass people are kneeling during our national anthem. I was brought up to stand and be respectful when the anthem of any country is played. If these protestors really want to make a difference then organize, march, vote and put their money where their mouth is. Dr King didn't take a knee.

[Merc]

Another reason for the silent majority to vote with our feet and wallet.

[Major Tom]

Ah, they are protesting inequality and police brutality. While they make millions and do nothing to help out.

[Ken The Kanuck]

Ah, they are protesting inequality and police brutality. While they make millions and do nothing to help out.

Wow, they are going to be on their knees for a long time then.

I wouldn't let her in either.

KTK

[Sunray]

Millionaire arrested adolescents playing a children's game protesting racial inequality. Goes back over a year. Then The Donald opened his face and said they were insulting the U.S. flag and should be fired.
The real question is why our anthem is being sung at a foreign event in the first place.

[blackhawknj]

People too young to remember Jim Crow, legal segregation, the indignities that black people put up with 60-70 years ago. People who earn more in a DAY that their fans earn in a YEAR. And yes, people who aren't involved in their communities, don't volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, etc.

[JB White]

The real question is why our anthem is being sung at a foreign event in the first place.

It's always been a sign of respect between neighbors. Now, she has taken it upon herself to disrupt that tradition while disrespecting the country she's visiting. She isn't even aware of why or the potential consequences of her actions.
She may be a talented singer but dumb as a box of rocks in other areas.

[jon_norstog]

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The real question is why our anthem is being sung at a foreign event in the first place.

I don't know - I do the Long Bridge Swim across Lake Pend d'Oreille in Idaho most years and they always play both the Star Spangled Banner and Oh Canada. This year they had singers.

If you swim, check it out

http://longbridgeswim.org/

jn