posted September 29, 2017 09:40 AM            

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Originally posted by teasel:
You both sound so excited over that! How sad.

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On the other hand, it's obvious you're thrilled when anyone shows disgusting, deplorable, contemptible disrespect for our flag, our National Anthem and America itself.

posted September 29, 2017 11:30 AM            

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Originally posted by jwhop:
On the other hand, it's obvious you're thrilled when anyone shows disgusting, deplorable, contemptible disrespect for our flag, our National Anthem and America itself.

Fortunately, leftist whack jobs are in the minority in the United States.

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posted September 29, 2017 11:49 AM            

Peaaceful protesting is a Constitutional right.

Peaceful protesting, on the job , is up to the owners to fire members or stop it. Simple yes??

Now, what is Trumps teeth gnashing diverting us from?

posted September 29, 2017 12:22 PM            

And for the hyperbole jwhype unsurprisingly takes the cake

disgusting, deplorable, contemptible disrespect for our flag, our National Anthem and America itself.

Do you really just swallow everytime DT hams it up? Or are you so far gone that the sight of black men kneeling instead of standing appears to be a doomsday event?

Its FOOTBALL fellas.. a game. never was about the flag until the Pentagon paid for pomp. Brainwashing 101 (though most people take time out for their beer during the charade dont they?)

You don't like violence but when people protest peacefully youre DISGUSTED.

posted September 29, 2017 02:04 PM            

It was never about the flag. And yes Cat they swallow it all.

as Juni astutely pointed out...

All of these deflections serve a purpose.

posted September 29, 2017 09:37 PM            

Aug 14, 2016- Colin Kaepernick sits for the national anthem.....and no one noticed.

Aug 20th, 2016- Colin again sits, and again, no one noticed.

Aug 26th, 2016- Colin sits and this time he is met with a level of vitriol unseen against an athlete. Even the future President of the United States took shots at him while on the campaign trail. Colin went on to explain his protest had NOTHING to with the military, but he felt it hard to stand for a flag that didn't treat people of color fairly.

Then on on Aug 30th, 2016 Nate Boyer, a former Army Green Beret turned NFL long snapper, penned an open letter to Colin in the Army Times. In it he expressed how Colin's sitting affected him.

Then a strange thing happened. Colin was able to do what most Americans to date have not...

He listened.

In his letter Mr. Boyer writes:

"I’m not judging you for standing up for what you believe in. It’s your inalienable right. What you are doing takes a lot of courage, and I’d be lying if I said I knew what it was like to walk around in your shoes. I’ve never had to deal with prejudice because of the color of my skin, and for me to say I can relate to what you’ve gone through is as ignorant as someone who’s never been in a combat zone telling me they understand what it’s like to go to war.

Even though my initial reaction to your protest was one of anger, I’m trying to listen to what you’re saying and why you’re doing it."

Mr. Boyer goes on to write "There are already plenty people fighting fire with fire, and it’s just not helping anyone or anything. So I’m just going to keep listening, with an open mind.
I look forward to the day you're inspired to once again stand during our national anthem. I'll be standing right there next to you."

Empathy and understanding was shown by Mr. Boyer.........and Mr. Kaepernick reciprocated. Colin invited Nate to San Diego where the two had a 90 minute discussion and Nate proposed Colin kneel instead of sit.

But why kneel? In a military funeral, after the flag is taken off the casket of the fallen military member, it is smartly folded 13 times and then presented to the parents, spouse or child of the fallen member by a fellow service member while KNEELING. The two decided that kneeling for the flag would symbolize his reverence for those that paid the ultimate sacrifice while still allowing Colin to peacefully protest the injustices he saw.

Empathy, not zealotry under the guise of patriotism, is the only way meaningful discussion can be had.

posted September 30, 2017 08:18 AM            

If not true, it`s great thinking and how people should be.

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Empathy, not zealotry under the guise of patriotism, is the only way meaningful discussion can be had.

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posted September 30, 2017 12:13 PM            

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Originally posted by Node:
Trump and his supporters made it about the flag.

It was [b] never about the flag. And yes Cat they swallow it all.

as Juni astutely pointed out...

All of these deflections serve a purpose.

Diversionary tactics that work quite well, always have with media and peeps alike.[/B]

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What nonsense an drivel. Do any of you leftists ever know what you're talking about before you pop off with bullshiiite?

This is what the leader of the pack of disgusting, deplorable, contemptible, imbecilic protestors said about WHY he refused to stand for the flag and National Anthem.

Colin Kaepernick:

August 27, 2016
"I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color,"

So, these so called protests are a showing of total disrespect for the American flag and the National Anthem...as well as America itself.

Americans are fed up with the politicization of sports and more fed up with overpaid, pampered halfwits trying to cram their leftist views down America's throat.

Keep it up halfwits. Keep it up NFL and as your television audience, television revenues and ticket revenues decline you won't be able to pay these pampered little princes the salaries they've come to expect.

Or, you could shut your stupid mouths, follow NFL rules..already written and in your contracts....and play football.

posted September 30, 2017 01:36 PM            

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Originally posted by teasel:
We keep telling trump to shut up, but he won't. Why should anyone else?

What was posted above is NOT BS, but you're always disrespectful to your fellow posters, so I expect nothing else from you.

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It's pure, unadulterated bullshiite.

No one has a right to protest on private property or at work without the specific consent of the business or property owner.

posted September 30, 2017 01:41 PM            

“The specific NFL rule pertaining to the national anthem is found on pages A62-63 of the league rulebook. It states: The National Anthem must be played prior to every NFL game, and all players must be on the sideline for the National Anthem.

“During the National Anthem, players on the field and bench area should stand at attention, face the flag, hold helmets in their left hand, and refrain from talking. The home team should ensure that the American flag is in good condition.

It should be pointed out to players and coaches that we continue to be judged by the public in this area of respect for the flag and our country. Failure to be on the field by the start of the National Anthem result in discipline, such as fines, suspensions, and/or the forfeiture of draft choice(s) for violations of the above, including first offenses.”

posted September 30, 2017 02:47 PM            

The report found the Department of Defense had spent $6.8 million on what they called "paid patriotism" between 2012 and 2015. This money was spread out among 50 pro teams from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NASCAR, MLS and others.
http://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2017/09/25/u s/nfl-national-anthem-trump-kaepernick-history-trnd/index.html

posted September 30, 2017 05:24 PM            

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Why don't you tell us why.

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Let them speak for themselves Randall.

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At least seven team owners donated $1 million each to Trump's inaugural committee. But Los Angeles Chargers owner Dean Spanos, Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, New York Giants owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross, Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, Tennessee Titans' controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk and San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York were among the league power brokers who issued condemning statements through their clubs.

"The callous and offensive comments made by the president are contradictory to what this great country stands for," York said. "Our players have exercised their rights as United States citizens in order to spark conversation and action to address social injustice. We will continue to support them in their peaceful pursuit of positive change in our country and around the world."

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Added Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy: "We believe it is important to support any of our players who choose to peacefully express themselves with the hope of change for good. As Americans, we are fortunate to be able to speak openly and freely."

This weekend's games were sure to bring more protests, with Tampa Bay receiver Desean Jackson promising to make "a statement."

"I know our players who kneeled for the anthem, and these are smart young men of character who want to make our world a better place for everyone," Ross said. "They wanted to start a conversation and are making a difference in our community, including working with law enforcement to bring people together. We all can benefit from learning, listening and respecting each other."

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http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/ct-trump-nfl-owners-nationa l-anthem-20170924-story.html