I was always moved by the NFL players kneeling, because men who had attained great success within the system were saying that had not been bought off, that they remembered those underserved & disserved. What’s happened to us that we’re so afraid of healthy disagreement & protest?
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They aren't self-employed. They are at work, so their actions and behavior have to conform to their employer's policies. On their own time, they can do as they wish.
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Replying to @TheLisaDonald
No, I do not owe it to my employer to have the same political views that they do! I owe it to employers not to impose my views at work, but the national anthem is a separate space before the game. All Americans have a right to experience it as they wish, at anytime.

May 24, 2018 · 9:55 AM UTC

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Replying to @marwilliamson @TheLisaDonald
No, the national anthem is a part of the whole game experience. You can’t count the game just when the players are on the field playing. It’s really a silly argument. Stay in the dressing room if you don’t want to stand for the anthem. Problem solved.
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Replying to @marwilliamson @TheLisaDonald
You do owe to your employer to follow the rules.
Replying to @marwilliamson
I didn't say anything about having the same views as one's employer. I didnt even imply it. They aren't on the job during that moment before the game? They are on the field in uniform. How is that not "on the job"? I agree with you on 99.9% of political issues, but not this one.
Replying to @marwilliamson
Also, they are not being asked to pledge allegiance to the flag, they just have to stand. If there was a pre-game ceremony on the field, they would also be expected to stand and not sit, or kneel. I love you lots, but I dont agree they should be allowed to protest at that time.