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Friday, November 6
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8 Defining Sports Moments That Changed The World

Colin Kaepernick Kneels During the Anthem (2016)

What started as a silent protest against police brutality and racial injustice sparked a global movement and redefined the relationship between sports and activism. Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the national anthem cost him his NFL career but ignited conversations about race, patriotism, and protest that spread far beyond football. Love him or hate him, his action forced America to confront uncomfortable truths—and that’s exactly what changing the world looks like.