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Kate Upton just added her opinion to the National Anthem protest after four Miami Dolphins players–Arian Foster, Jelani Jenkins, Michael Thomas and Kenny Stills decided to kneel during the national anthem at Sunday’s game. The men have been following Colin Kaepernick’s lead on his quiet protest over racial injustice in the US.
Well Kate an issue with that…especially in September 11! “In my opinion, the national anthem is a symbolic song about our country. It represents honoring the many brave men and women who sacrifice and have sacrificed their lives each and every single day to protect our freedom. Sitting or kneeling down during the national anthem is a disgrace to those people who have served and currently serve our country. Sitting down during the national anthem on September 11th is even more horrific,” Upton said.
“Protest all you want and use social media all you want. However, during the nearly two minutes when that song is playing, I believe everyone should put their hands on their heart and be proud of our country for we are all truly blessed. Recent history has shown that it is a place where anyone no matter what race or gender has the potential to become President of the United States. We live in the most special place in the world and should be thankful. After the song is over, I would encourage everyone to please use the podium they have, stand up for their beliefs, and make America a better place.”
She added, “The rebuilding of battery park and the freedom tower demonstrates that amazing things can be done in this country when we work together towards a common goal. It is a shame how quickly we have forgotten this as a society. Today we are more divided then ever before. I could never imagine multiple people sitting down during the national anthem on the September 11th anniversary. The lessons of 911 should teach us that if we come together, the world can be a better and more peaceful place #neverforget.”
Colin Kaepernick started his protest by sitting during the national anthem, he later turned it to a kneel. Some people have chosen to link arms and other have decided to raise clenched fists. Chris Brown also sat out of the anthem during a charity game. The internet was not happy with Kate’s comments and went in on her.
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