Connect with us

CELEBRITY

Good news Simone Biles PETITIONS to punish those chosen to be US flag bearers in the Olympics opening ceremony but KNEELING DURING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM – They insult the honor of the country

Published

on

NFLSimone Biles PETITIONS to punish those chosen to be US flag bearers in the Olympics opening ceremony but KNEELING DURING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM – They insult the honor of the countryPublished 2 hours ago on August 14, 2024By Dennis Michael

In 2024, Simone Biles, the celebrated Olympic gymnast, made headlines not just for her extraordinary athletic achievements but for her bold stance on a highly contentious issue. Biles petitioned to impose penalties on athletes selected as U.S. flag bearers at the Olympic opening ceremony if they kneel during the national anthem, arguing that such actions insult the honor of the country. This move has sparked widespread debate, reflecting the deep division in public opinion regarding the act of kneeling during the anthem as a form of protest.

The controversy surrounding kneeling during the national anthem dates back to 2016 when NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick first knelt to protest racial injustice and police brutality. Since then, the gesture has become a powerful symbol of resistance and has been adopted by athletes across various sports, igniting both support and backlash. Biles’ petition is rooted in the belief that kneeling during the anthem, especially by those chosen to carry the nation’s flag, undermines the spirit of unity and respect that the flag symbolizes

Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

CELEBRITY3 hours ago

“Lilibet has a new little sister” – Kate Middleton joyfully visits Meghan at the hospital as she gives birth to her third child. Upon seeing the baby, Kate is stunned…

NFL18 hours ago

After some delay, Patrick Mahomes, the finest NFL dad and quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, and his wife welcome baby number three into the Mahomes family…

CELEBRITY18 hours ago

Prince Prince William burst in tears as doctor confirm passing of king Charles will be sooner than expected…

CELEBRITY21 hours ago

Royal Oncologist HUGE Announcement About Kate Middleton’s Health Shocks Everybody…

NEWS1 day ago

GymnasticsBREAKING NEWS: American Olympic Gymnast Gold Medalist Simone Biles and NFL Bears Player Jonathan Owens Announce Their Pregnancy with a Heartwarming, Picture-Perfect Photoshoot Showcasing Biles’ Growing Baby Bump with her Owens stating that “we are…

CELEBRITY1 day ago

Breaking: Fox News has reported that U.S. President Donald J. Trump has passed away inside the White House, While attending a private meeting in the historic West Wing when the incident occurred. Emergency responders were seen rushing to the White House shortly after…

NEWS1 day ago

1 HOUR AGO: Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has proposed to pop sensation Taylor Swift with a stunning $7.5 million engagement ring. The proposal took place during the couple’s tropical getaway in Bora Bora, amid Chiefs’ recent Super Bowl LIX loss. Despite the disappointment of the Super Bowl defeat, Kelce, 35, and Swift, also 35, have been inseparable. The couple decided to take a private vacation to reflect and rejuvenate. The proposal occurred during a private dinner on the beach, with the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean…

CELEBRITY2 days ago

“William, stay strong, my son!” — King Charles embraces Prince William, offering comfort as tragedy strikes. The Palace releases a sorrowful statement to Harry: “We deeply regret to announce…”

CELEBRITY2 days ago

“I was weak because of Taylor,” he confessed, his voice filled with frustration. “She made us do what we shouldn’t have done the night before the game.” : Travis Kelce addresses ‘tough’ Super Bowl loss on emotional ‘New Heights’ podcast: ‘Blames Taylor Swift’…

CELEBRITY2 days ago

Just in 2 Hours Ago: Kansas City in Shock as Joe Alwyn Proposes to Taylor Swift with $6.5 Million Ring—Right in Front of Travis Kelce. The British actor Joe Alwyn, Taylor Swift’s ex-boyfriend, surprised everyone—including Swift herself—by crashing her dinner date with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce and dropping to one knee with a $6.5 million engagement ring. Swift, who was enjoying a quiet evening with Kelce and friends, was visibly shocked as Alwyn walked in unannounced, carrying a small velvet box…

CELEBRITY3 days ago

Congratulations! Prince Harry has returned to the royal family with his “new wife” after five years of betrayal. He has split from Meghan, and his current wife is…

CELEBRITY3 days ago

Elon Musk Faces Furious Backlash from Taylor Swift Fans After “Vulgar” Comments – Calls for His Cancellation Intensify…

Copyright © 2024 UKpride24