During the 2016 season, Kaepernick gained national attention when he began protesting by not standing while the United States national anthem was being performed before the start of games, motivated by what he viewed as the oppression of people of color in the country.
During the 2016 season, Kaepernick gained nationwide attention when he displayed disrespect for America by not standing while the United States national anthem was being played before the start of games. His actions were motivated by what he viewed as the oppression of people of color in the country.