![]() We watched the fireworks, military flyovers, and displays representing freedom. During those events, we stood, hand over heart. Growing up in the U.S., I have always loved the rich traditions of patriotism around major sporting events, like the Olympics, the World Series or the Super Bowl. Some stand, confused, unsure how these became the only two possible interpretations of taking a knee and how in the world it became about military veterans. Others express outrage at the “disrespect” of our men and women who have fought so bravely to defend the freedom of the very people taking a knee during our national anthem. ![]() Some admire the professional athlete using a highly visible platform to peacefully protest inequality on a public stage. This act - in fact, the mere mention of this act in even the most benign terms - sparks strong emotions and controversy. ![]() At some sporting event, somewhere in the U.S., the national anthem plays, the colors are posted, and a young athlete takes a knee in protest. ![]()
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