Professional Athletes and Politics

Colin Kapaernick of the San Francisco 49ers has taken a knee during the national anthem for every game so far this season in protest of racial injustices and police brutality. To some, Kapaernick is giving a voice to the voiceless. To others, he is abusing his celebrity status. What is a professional athlete’s role in politics, if any at all? Find out from our team of reporters and special guest Cedric Maxwell on this episode of Inside Boston.

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