National Anthem Protests Trickling Down to High School Level

National Anthem Protests Trickling Down to High School Level
San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid (35) and quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) kneel during the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. Politicians gave their opinion on Kaepernick on Sept. 28. AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez
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Colin Kaepernick’s protest against social injustice is being heard loud and clear by young athletes across the country and a host of high school football players have emulated the San Francisco quarterback in recent weeks by kneeling during the national anthem before their own games.

That’s where the issue gets complicated.

In football-crazy states such as New Jersey, Alabama and Massachusetts, some players have faced suspension and others have reported harassment or even threats over their stance.