Drew Brees Tells Donald Trump: "We Must Stop Talking About The Flag"

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Drew Brees responded to Donald Trump saying he shouldn't have apologized.

After issuing his second apology yesterday (June 4), we can only imagine that Drew Brees was hoping he wouldn't make another headline for a while. The NFL player went viral after he gave an interview saying he didn't agree with Colin Kaepernick's peaceful protest of kneeling during games because it was disrespectful to the National Anthem, the flag, and the military. After being raked through the coals, Drew Brees issued not only one, but two apologies.

Then, Donald Trump popped up to say that he's a fan of Drew Brees, but the New Orleans Saints player shouldn't have apologized for his remarks. Brees quickly penned a response to the President, writing in a lengthy caption to an Instagram post that after discussing the protest with friends and family, he recognizes that it isn't about the flag. "We can no longer use the flag to turn people away or distract them from the real issues that face our black communities," Brees wrote. "We did this back in 2017, and regretfully I brought it back with my comments this week. We must stop talking about the flag and shift our attention to the real issues of systemic racial injustice, economic oppression, police brutality, and judicial & prison reform."

"We as a white community need to listen and learn from the pain and suffering of our black communities," Brees added. "We must acknowledge the problems, identify the solutions, and then put this into action. The black community cannot do it alone. This will require all of us." Read his message in full below.


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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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