colin kaepernick | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics

I Still Stand With Colin Kaepernick

He may not be on the field anymore taking a knee, but he is still fighting for equality and against police brutality.

146
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mreQsQrDF-A
YouTube / Nike

It seems like it was just yesterday.

Colin Kaepernick was on a football field taking a knee in his way of silently protesting against police brutality and harsh treatment of African Americans (blacks) everywhere. When people who disagreed with him and called for his removal (and even burned his football jerseys which were a waste if you ask me because homeless people and less fortunate people would have gladly taken it), Colin still stood strong and saw his support grow higher than his haters.

He inspired many people to hold the police accountable, especially the police chiefs. Everywhere people held officers accountable for extensive force, for harsh treatment, for pulling guns instead of tasers.

Colin Kaepernick faced a lot of criticism by using his right to peaceful protest. The main person who was down his throat was Donald Trump. Going as far as telling the NFL to suspend him and everyone that decides to exercise their right to peacefully protest. Even going as far as calling for the owners of the team to kick the protesters off.

Colin Kaepernick was faced with the decision of either his job or standing up for what he believed in. Colin stood up for what he believed in and stood for all those people who were afraid to take a stand.

Now Nike seeing the movement is standing behind Colin Kaepernick making him the new face of the Nike and America is loving it. Well, the part of America that supported Kaepernick silently protesting is once more standing behind him.

The new "Just Do It" Campaign highlights Colin Kaepernick's saying, "Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything," which is exactly what he is standing for. But, of course, not many people think he should be rewarded for his protest even going as far as to burn Nike gear and pledging to never wear it again.

But, on the upside, people everywhere are rallying with Colin Kaepernick buying Nike products and making videos in support of him. The silent protester found another way to get his word out and making sure that the voices of everyone who is standing against police brutality is heard.

Colin Kaepernick, I stand with and applaud you for standing strong even when many people are against you.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

189885
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

14701
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

457699
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

26547
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments