Colin Kaepernick has been named GQ’s citizen of the year after a period in which his protest against racial and social injustice in the US has seen the former NFL quarterback become one of the most divisive figures in America. “That’s why we decided to photograph Colin in public, in Harlem, among the men, women, and children he is fighting for. GQ Magazine (@GQMagazine) GQ’s Citizen of the Year @Kaepernick7, featuring photos by Martin Schoeller https://t.co/mNTw6S0HPE pic.twitter.com/HomW9wZLS8Kaepernick on Monday tweeted that he was “honored” by GQ’s award. I think because of his protests, he’s not.”GQ Magazine (@GQMagazine) Behind the scenes in Harlem with GQ's Citizen of the Year, Colin Kaepernick. “In my 90th year of life, to see people like Colin Kaepernick having gotten the message and carrying the cause forward is the greatest reward I could ask for,” said Belafonte.

Source: The Guardian November 13, 2017 18:47 UTC