When people like yourselves turn on television and you see those people taking the knee when they are playing our great national anthem. ‘”— President Trump, remarks during a rally in Alabama, Sept. 22, 2017President Trump’s remarks on NFL players taking a knee during the national anthem stoked a debate over football player’s right to protest during a game. Many Republican lawmakers have responded to Trump’s comments, framing the issue as a matter of free speech and respect of military veterans. The ensuing controversy, including remarks by Republican leaders, has raised questions about the player’s right to protest under the First Amendment. Unlike Kennedy, the NFL players are employed by a private entity, so the Establishment Clause does apply to the league.

Source: Washington Post October 05, 2017 06:56 UTC