Leading Questions: S1 E6 | The Flag, Patriotism, & Colin Kaepernick

Leading Questions: S1 E6 | The Flag, Patriotism, & Colin Kaepernick

Our Panelists:

Anthony Estes, Gregoire Eugene-Louis, David Phillips, Jennifer Travis


1. What was your experience growing up with the pledge of allegiance and the National Anthem?

2. What was your initial response to Colin Kaepernick’s refusal to stand for the National Anthem?

3. When it comes to celebrities and sports athletes, do you think there should be limits on the types of protest they can engage in?

4. Is it disrespectful to the American military to not stand for the National Anthem or to refuse to pledge allegiance to the flag?

5. Is there a bad time to protest? (i.e. September 11th, July 4th)


6. Is there neutral/common ground or compromise that can be made when it comes protesting the American flag or the National Anthem as an American citizen?