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Kate Upton’s Tweets: Sitting During National Anthem Is A Disgrace

By Chanel Adams
Published on: 15:56 PST, Sep 11, 2016

Kate Upton is clearly proud to be an American and doesn’t care who she offends. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover girl took to both Twitter and Instagram today to call out some of the Miami Dolphins players who kneeled while the national anthem was playing.

Several NFL players followed Colin Kaepernick by refusing to stand on Sunday’s game during the national anthem. Kate Upton took to social media weighed in on the matter on social media and called the players “a disgrace” to the country. Upton posted a photo of a series of Miami Dolphins players kneeling on Sunday, September 11 while their fellow teammates stood with their hands over their hearts, reports the Washington Post.

“In my opinion, the national anthem is a symbolic song about our country. It represents honoring the many brave men and women who sacrifice and have sacrificed their lives each and every single day to protect our freedom. Sitting or kneeling down during the national anthem is a disgrace to those people who have served and currently serve our country,” Upton wrote in the lengthy caption.

Earlier on that day, Upton posted an Instagram photo originally shared by her boyfriend, MLB star Justin Verlander, reports Twitchy.com. In the caption, Upton revealed that she chooses to stand during the national anthem no matter what.

Then, Upton defended her Instagram post in a series of tweets.

“This is unacceptable. You should be proud to be an American. Especially on 9/11 when we should support each other [SIC],” Upton wrote. “Protest&speak ur mind whenever u want but during the 120secs you should support the people who protect our freedom.”

She later backpedaled on her comments and said that no one should protest on 9/11. However, Upton’s comment is still similar to her previous statements.

“Have every right to protest&should stand up for beliefs. Justice system IS corrupt. Not the time during an anthem on 9/11 [SIC],” she responded to a fan.

Of course, Upton’s controversial comments didn’t go unnoticed on Instagram and Twitter, reports CBS Sports. Some argued with Upton’s comments, saying that people should feel free to choose to sit or stand during the national anthem. Meanwhile, other supported Upton’s statements and said that she should state what’s on her mind.

Earlier on in the day, Miami Dolphins organization released a statement explaining that they support those who chose not to stand during the national anthem.

“We encourage all members of our organization to stand at attention during the national anthem out of respect and appreciation for the freedoms we are afforded as Americans. We also recognize that it’s an individual’s right to reflect during the anthem in different ways. We respect these liberties and appreciate the sacrifices that everyone has made for our country, especially on this day of remembrance. We hope today’s events will continue a respectful and thoughtful dialogue in our community on unity inclusiveness and togetherness.”

The Miami Dolphins aren’t the only team who has decided to protest during the national anthem. The Chiefs’ players decided to stand with interlocked arms instead of kneeling. As for Kaepernick, he said that he will continue to kneel during the national anthem to protest Black Lives Matter and the oppression of the black community in the United States.

What are your thoughts on Kate Upton’s social media comments? Do you believe athletes should feel free to choose to sit or stand during the national anthem? Or, do you agree with Upton? Sound off below in the comments section.

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