KING: Ben Fields not being charged is why Kaepernick protests

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54. As time passed and the backlash subsided, Carlos was gradually invited back into the fold

As time passed and the backlash subsided, Carlos was gradually invited back into the fold. He became involved as an outreach co-ordinator in the organising committee for the group bringing the Olympics to Los Angeles in 1984 and worked for the US Olympic Committee.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2012/mar/30/black-power-salute-1968-olympics

He has also since written a book, been a paid speaker, and a college track and field coach and counselor.

I would point out that most track and field stars of the 1950s and 1960s had a hard time finding work once their careers were over. In the days before corporate sponsorship and whatnot, it was really tough for these athletes.

Henry Carr (1964 gold medalist) was one of the best athletes in the world and couldn't find work after his track career ended. (Certainly nobody would publish a book that he wrote or would book him as a motivational speaker).

Kaepernick has gotten a lot of praise for his actions. Here's an article from USA Today:

More power to 49ers' Colin Kaepernick for taking a stand against social injustice

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/bell/2016/08/27/colin-kaepernick-national-anthem-protest-san-francisco-49ers/89485948/

You don't get any more mainstream than USA Today.