Colin Peternick Had No Choice But To Kneel '

Accordingly, many support Kaepernick in light of the fact that they believe in opportunity of expression, but also because these actions bring awareness of an issue faced by people of color. In the article, “Colin Kaepernick had no choice but to kneel” by John McWhorter clarifies reasoning behind these actions. “The idea that Colin Kaepernick’s refusal to stand during the national anthem is unpatriotic fails doubly first, in a mistaken notion of what real patriotism is, and second in missing a larger point.” The writer believes Kaepernick kneeling is being taken out of context, the intent isn’t to show disrespect towards the military. Additionally, Kaepernick’s kneels is to highlight intense relations amongst cops and black men, media overlooks
this issue considering black men are still shot more than white men. According to John McWhorter, Kaepernick is exercising his rights and not breaking a law. Kneeling during the national anthem isn’t a reflection of patriotism, but a sign or concern and trust that a country can change.