9/14/16- Rev. Al Sharpton talks to the Tom Joyner Morning show about why he agrees with Colin Kaepernick and the importance of having a unified National Anthem. “Many people didn’t know in hat third verse how it mocked people of slavery. This omission has raised the real question….if we can have that as our […]

As Kaepernick’s powerful message continues to expand its reach, athletes unite in solidarity to take a stand. These are the athletes who have united against social injustice and police brutality in America.

Since San Francisco 49ers Quarterback Colin Kaepernick first sat during the national anthem to protest racial inequality, Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones was asked why a similar silent protest has yet to be made in Major League Baseball (MLB). He is quoted as stating “We already have two strikes against us already,’’ and also stated “so […]

Plus, 9 dead, including 5 children, in horrific Memphis house fire and a Massachusetts high school student's suspension lifted after taking a Kaepernick knee during football game.

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The NFL kicked off its 2016 season with fans upset over Colin Kaepernick's protest and the booing of Pres. Obama's video taped message.

Kaepernick is not the first athlete to sit out the National Anthem or speak out on racial injustice, but his protest stands out because of his prominence and his willingness to take a risk.

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It seems like every day someone new is voicing their opinion on Colin Kaepernick’s decision to protest the national anthem by sitting instead of standing. Today’s entry into the discussion includes current and former basketball players Steph Curry and Shaquille O’ Neal, respectively. However, their stance on Kaepernick decision is completely opposite, as one is […]

Roland Martin said the scandal in Oakland is an example of what San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick is protesting.

Shaquille O'Neal lent his voice to the growing group of Kaepernick naysayers during a Fox News segment on Wednesday morning.

National News

Colin Kaepernick continues to make headlines for his determination to stand for his principles and make a difference. After his widely covered decision not to stand during the national anthem, Kaepernick was looked at as a hero to many, which is why it was of little surprise that his jersey became the number one best-seller […]