October 5th 2023.
Colin Kaepernick is being praised for his special kind of strength, one that goes beyond athletic achievement. He is the cover star for Men's Health as they celebrate his legacy on and off the field. Kaepernick is the leader of the "35 Strongest Men of the Last 35 Years" issue and the magazine is recognizing his strength in both the physical and political realms.
Kaepernick shared his thoughts on being part of the October/November issue on Instagram, expressing how “dope” it was to share space with other strong men and his hope to “get to building” for the future. The former NFL quarterback is widely known for taking a knee during the national anthem before NFL games in protest against police brutality.
Accompanying the cover story is a letter written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mitchell S. Jackson. The letter acknowledges the sacrifices Kaepernick made, how he transformed thinking and seeing, and the message of being treated as human. Jackson expresses his immense gratitude for Kaepernick's cause, even as NFL teams refuse to give him a new chance.
Kaepernick's hope to return to the NFL might still be alive, as he continues to train as if he is preparing for the next game. Though he still fights for a chance to show off his skills, he is still being celebrated for his activism. The full letter can be read in Men's Health magazine.
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