Why did Rosa just sit down?
Why did Martin march through town?
Why did four at Woolworth's wait?
Why did Thurgood integrate?
Why did Malcolm raise a fist?
Why was Medgar’s life at risk?
Why did Langston’s poems ring?
Why did Maya’s caged bird sing?
Why was Trayvon shot and killed?
Why was Laquan’s life-blood spilled?
Why can’t everybody see
what made Colin take a knee?
Colin Kaepernick is a former professional football player who played quarterback for the San Francisco ‘49ers. During the 2016 season, Kaepernick began quietly protesting the oppression of African Americans by kneeling during the National Anthem rather than standing. Taking a knee as a form of protest in support of the Black Lives Matter movement quickly spread throughout the sports world and more. Kaepernick was greatly maligned for his protest by many fans, the football league, and national politicians, claiming his protest was disrespectful to those in the military. His contract was not renewed, nor would any other NFL team rehire him.
