Throughout history, there has been conflict in humanity. In America, our constitution protects the citizens' rights to free speech and to protest; however, sometimes those rights become oppressed. A perfect example of this oppression that happens today are the NFL athletes who kneel during the national anthem. These men who are expressing civil disobedience, not causing any harm, violence, or rioting, are receiving harsh remarks and the wrath of viewers who disagree with their protest. While it’s okay to disagree with one another, the hate and violence these players are receiving is harmful and costing the athletes jobs and sponsors. Donald Trump, the current president of the United States, has also remarked about the protests, encouraging
