Taking a Stand, By Taking a Seat

"I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color. To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder." 
-Colin Kaepernick, NFL Quarterback

The words were strong, the actions were stronger. As with every sporting event, the Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers game this past Friday night was preceded by a rendition of our National Anthem. As is custom, all of the athletes, coaches, and fans stood on their feet, removed their caps, and listened, hummed, or even sang along with the Star Spangled Banner. However, there was one person whose absence from standing was conspicuously noted, the 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick. And that's when things got real.