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Race politics and the NFL's culture of silence
Devoted sports fans may not like it, but America's most divisive controversy has reached the National Football League. We'll hear how players are speaking out — for racial equality and protection from debilitating injury.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenPhoto: Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles strong safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) and defensive back Ron Brooks (33) hold up fists during the national anthem before action against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field, September 25, 2016. (Bill Streicher, USA TODAY Sports)
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The National Football League is "as American as apple pie, "with deep roots in popular culture. Now the nation's most profitable sports enterprise is caught up in race politics. Former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick is out of a job.
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