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How Colin Kaepernick’s Racial Justice Protests Helped Expose US Views Toward Sports Activism

  • Colin Kaepernick began kneeling during the national anthem to protest the deaths of unarmed Black men, which sparked anti-racist activism across various sports, including women's basketball.
  • A survey revealed mixed views on athlete activism, with some supporting free speech but disapproving of protests during the anthem, labeling it disrespectful.
  • NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell initially barred protests during the anthem but later apologized and reversed the policy, acknowledging the need to listen to players.
  • Kaepernick's activism has inspired public protests and donations to political causes, changing the landscape of sports activism despite mixed public responses.
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thetimesweekly.com broke the news in on Thursday, February 6, 2025.
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