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highplainsdem

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Sat Sep 23, 2017, 07:44 PM Sep 2017

Green Bay Packers CEO: Trump's remarks on NFL 'divisive'

Source: The Hill

Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy on Saturday became the latest football executive to respond to President Trump's criticism of NFL players who kneel during the national anthem, calling the president's remarks "divisive."

"It's unfortunate that the President decided to use his immense platform to make divisive and offensive statements about our players and the NFL," Murphy said in a statement. "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."

Trump blasted athletes who protest the national anthem during football games during a fiery campaign rally on Friday, saying that NFL coaches should fire players that do so.

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Read more: http://thehill.com/homenews/news/352091-green-bay-packers-ceo-trumps-remarks-on-nfl-divisive

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Green Bay Packers CEO: Trump's remarks on NFL 'divisive' (Original Post) highplainsdem Sep 2017 OP
This message was self-deleted by its author lunasun Sep 2017 #1
"As Americans, we are fortunate to be able to speak openly and freely." OK Yes for now lunasun Sep 2017 #2

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lunasun

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2. "As Americans, we are fortunate to be able to speak openly and freely." OK Yes for now
Sat Sep 23, 2017, 08:42 PM
Sep 2017

Dividing between who can speak freely, and the "SOBs" that can not, could be next

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