A few short weeks ago, Colin Kaepernick drew widespread criticism—even from some of us—for sitting during the national anthem. But now, he has almost single-handedly forced a national dialogue on police brutality/free speech/patriotism. The thing is athletes in activism isn’t new. It’s just returned after a generation of fearful, endorsement- protecting athletes (I’m looking … [Read more...]
What If Your Spouse Started Protesting Against Your Behavior Like Colin Kaepernick?
Everybody has an opinion on San Francisco 49ers’ quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who is protesting by refusing to stand during the national anthem. Kaepernick started his protest to shine a national spotlight on, and bring change to, America’s perceived wrongdoings against people of color. Most people I know agree with his message. Even if they don’t agree with him, they … [Read more...]
How to Become the Most Hated Person in White America
Lying (or in softer words, heavily exaggerating) about being a victim of robbery at gunpoint in Brazil isn't enough to earn the collective hatred of white America. You may be stripped of your endorsements and labeled an embarrassment, an idiot and even a silly kid. Even though your lies could have (and still may hold) severe repercussions for an entire country, many will try … [Read more...]