Source: bbc.com, June 30, 2020 The series will look at Kaepernick’s early life as a black child growing up with a white adopted family, and what led him to become an activist. The story of NFL star and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick’s early years is being made into a documentary. The six-part series entitled… Continue reading Kaepernick’s Life Story to Become Six-Part Netflix Series
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NFL Teams Being Encouraged to Sign Kaepernick
Source: espn.com, June 16, 2020 On Monday, Goodell praised Kaepernick for raising issues such as racism and injustice. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said he supports and encourages teams to sign quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Kaepernick, 32, has not played since the 2016 season, when as a member of the San Francisco 49ers he kneeled during the… Continue reading NFL Teams Being Encouraged to Sign Kaepernick
Players’ Protests During Anthem Should Be Allowed, Says NFL
Source: Maryam Shah, globalnews.ca, June 06, 2020 Started by Colin Kaepernick in 2016, the NFL had previously banned players from dropping to one knee. The National Football League has said players should be allowed to protest during the national anthem as rallies against racial discrimination continue. “We were wrong for not listening to NFL players… Continue reading Players’ Protests During Anthem Should Be Allowed, Says NFL
Former NFL Player Colin Kaepernick Offers to Pay Legal Fees for George Floyd Protesters
Source: Maryam Shah, globalnews.ca, May 30, 2020 Kaepernick tweeted in support of the planned marches and rallies across the U.S. Former NFL player Colin Kaepernick has set up an initiative to help those protesting the killing of George Floyd, a 46-year-old unarmed Black man. A white police officer is facing charges in his death, which… Continue reading Former NFL Player Colin Kaepernick Offers to Pay Legal Fees for George Floyd Protesters