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I do not know what will happen today at the Packer game in Green Bay, but I support any player who wants to protest peacefully and take the knee.
Statement from Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy
http://www.packers.com/news-and-events/article-press-release/article-1/Statement-from-Packers-PresidentCEO-Mark-Murphy/77a7005c-17a9-4a30-88af-bf2c19d5cb39#comment-3532604618
Posted 17 hours ago
"It's unfortunate that the President decided to use his immense platform to make divisive and offensive statements about our players and the NFL. We strongly believe that players are leaders in our communities and positive influences. They have achieved their positions through tremendous work and dedication and should be celebrated for their success and positive impact. We believe it is important to support any of our players who choose to peacefully express themselves with the hope of change for good. As Americans, we are fortunate to be able to speak openly and freely."
Read more: http://www.packers.com/news-and-events/article-press-release/article-1/Statement-from-Packers-PresidentCEO-Mark-Murphy/77a7005c-17a9-4a30-88af-bf2c19d5cb39#ixzz4tc3fe0iG
GusBob
(7,286 posts)I can't pull it up on my clunky device