I am perfectly fine with what he, and the other players did. They were all engaging in peaceful protest, as is their right under the Constitution. They were protesting a legitimate issue.
I think it sucks that Kaepernick was blackballed for it.

I detest the anthem. I don't believe anyone should have to acknowledge it,
or the pledge. Sit down, take a knee. Whichever.
Fuck "patriotism". It's bullshit.
It's just another excuse for some people to claim they're better than others.
Fuck them, too.

Non violent protest. What's not to love?

That we found out how much some people are freaked out by that right to protest peaceably? That was precious knowledge.

nonviolent protest of a terrible thing is not only fine, it's necessary. he's not hurting anyone; he's not disrespecting the (piece of cloth after all, known as) the flag (whereas what he is protesting is real live people being harassed and even killed for no reason). he's not hurting the racist national anthem (check out the fourth verse), which shouldn't even be SUNG at a damned football game; the pentagon asked the nfl to add that to promote enlistment, i forget during which war (the first ww maybe). football isn't a patriotic event; it's a game. a GAME.

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I support it. I support the Black Lives Matter message. Also, freedom of speech. (In the spirit of full disclosure: I am not a football fan or sports fan)

I totally support what he started. I am disgusted by the fat cat millionaires who don't like it. Perhaps it hasn't yet been explained to them in one syllable words. It has nothing to do with the flag or the national anthem. It's a high profile way to bring attention to the fact that all lives do NOT matter in the US. That's never been the case, and it still isn't.

Not a sports fan, but I admire the courage it took for him to take a stand, by taking a knee. A respectful way to create awareness.

I can't respect anyone who would deny American citizens this kind of public awareness. I dislike the negative spin calling it a protest - it is what America is all about - I think it's a positive step toward heightening humanity in our country.

100% approval here.

I kneel with Mr. Kaepernick. His cause is just, and I agree with it, and with his method of protest. I even wear my Nike shoes with pride.

I support him 100%.

Absolutely approve of him. He tried to quietly not support the anthem since he didn’t think this country was supporting non-whites. White “patriots” got butt hurt and turned it into something it’s not

I've never been much of a fan of NIKE shoes. Way over priced, I preffer Sketchers.
But aside from that, yes I do support Colin Kaepernick, and his views.

with Colin 110%.

I respect Colin Kaepernick for his courage. He's a true American Patriot!

I never put my hand over my heart when the National Anthem is played nor when I've had to sing the National Anthem to a crowd of government diligates and military veterans and personnel.

I'll stand, but with my hands to my side.

Free speech. Period.

Sheesh. I did not even know he identified as black until the ruckus, black listing (pun intended), & that major 'fro. Since when is kneeling disrespectful. Kneeling shows respect.It is done all the time as a sign of respect. As part owner of the Packers & keep demanding that they should hire him. They had better listen to me soon as Rogers is aging. & he isn't wine.

Yep I'm with it. Not hard to see the problem if you honestly look at what's going on.

Civil disobedience—or peaceful protest—is not only our right, when injustice is rampant, it’s our responsibility.
Paraphrasing Howard Zinn.

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Approve.

I’ve always found it funny when people say they stand with Kaepernick. I support and believe in what he is doing.

I approve of people exercising their right to take a stand against anything they think it's wrong with this country.

Yup

NO US anthem should be heard at ANY SPARTZ event, anywhere.

Freedom of speech, peaceful protest, social justice... I'm all for that!