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Colin Kaepernick playing for the San Francisco 49ers (Picture: USA Today Sports) Colin Kaepernick has been unveiled as the face of Nike’s new advertising campaign, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the brand’s famous Just Do It slogan. Kaepernick had been a regular starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers from since 2012 but become known internationally for his famous protest which started in 2016. The American footballer began kneeling during The Star Spangled Banner, to protest against police brutality towards African-Americans. Hence why the new Nike advert reads: ‘Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.’ Colin Kaepernick has been chosen to help mark the 30th anniversary of Nike’s famous Just Do It slogan Kaepernick told NFL Media in August 2016: ‘I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of colour. ‘To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder.’ Several players followed Kaepernick’s lead, and the 2017 season was marked by numerous protests during the pre-game anthems – much to the disgust of US president Donald Trump. Mr Trump spoke out against those involved and called for players to be fined or suspended by teams for taking part, igniting a fierce debate. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Kaepernick, who has been without a team since opting out of his contract with the 49ers in March 2017, however he has filed a grievance against the NFL alleging team owners colluded to stop him securing a contract after he became a free agent. On Thursday it was ruled his case could go to trial. Several players followed suit, and the 2017 season was marked by numerous protests during the pre-game anthems (Picture: USA Sports Today) The kneeling protest caused huge controversy in America, with some backing Kaepernick’s actions and others condemning them. Trump led those condemning the protest, saying at a Republican rally in Alabama in September 2017, ‘Get that son of a bitch off the field right now, out. He’s fired. He’s fired!’ The President also tweeted: ‘If a player wants the privilege of making millions of dollars in the NFL, or other leagues, he or she should not be allowed to disrespect our Great American Flag (or Country) and should stand for the National Anthem. If not, YOU’RE FIRED. Find something else to do! To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Since the unveiling of the Kaepernick advertisement, people have been burning Nike products and #BoycottNike has been widely used on Twitter. Some have claimed Kaepernick’s stance is anti-America and are choosing to boycott Nike for making him the face of their products. And there has been plenty of criticism (Picture: Getty Images) However, many have thrown their support behind Kaepernick and Nike, as they have done since he first knelt during the anthem. Former CIA Director John Brennan tweeted on Monday: ‘Colin Kaepernick drew our collective attention to the problem of continued racial injustice in America. He did so not to disrespect our flag but to give meaning to the words of the preamble of our Constitution—“in order to form a more perfect union.” Well done, Colin, well done.’ Colin Kaepernick drew our collective attention to the problem of continued racial injustice in America. He did so not to disrespect our flag but to give meaning to the words of the preamble of our Constitution—“in order to form a more perfect union.” Well done, Colin, well done. https://t.co/4ALyUxLjM5 — John O. Brennan (@JohnBrennan) September 4, 2018 The debate has raged since the Kaepernick first took a knee and the Nike advert has brought it into sharp focus once again. Decades from now, society will have far different view of @Kaepernick7 and the player protests than current firestorm. With its new deal and striking ad, @Nike has chosen its side of history. What say you, @nfl? https://t.co/RSCtjvZYDm — Nancy Armour (@nrarmour) September 4, 2018 There has been plenty of support for Kaepernick’s protest (Picture: Getty Images) MORE: Sir Walter Raleigh’s old manor house, which has a pool and its own lake, is on sale for £2 million MORE: Lion starts licking a woman after jumping into safari buggy
