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In reply to the discussion: If you find yourself more upset at a football player than at the murder of unarmed black men [View all]Dreamweaver 5.0
(124 posts)Public figure goes on national TV and makes statement by not standing for the pledge of allegiance.
Public figure knows he will be in the center of a shit storm both pro and con for his,actions.
Public figure gives press conference explaining his action.
Public figure knows he is under the scrutiny of media and wears clothing that will get a rise out of some folks.
Public figure yet again releases a statement that explains why he is doing what he is doing for his cause.
He is doing this because he knows it will be talked about and he is willing to take the heat for his actions.
You and I do not have to explain why we would do such a thing. We are nobodies in the big picture of things.
Public figures on the other hand are under the microscope...he knows that...thats why he is making a statement. People will both hear and respond to it.
He knows how to play the game both on and off the field.