CULTURE

In 2016, Colin Kaepernick Became the Face of Athletic Protest. What Happened to the Others?

Rolling StoneSunday, September 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM

RedScroll Brief

Ten years ago, a wave of protest took over professional sports. While some were remembered for their actions, others had to build new lives

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Category: Culture
Market relevance: None
Why it matters: Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns. Ten years ago, a wave of protest took over professional sports. While some were remembered for their actions, others had to build new lives

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What happened

Ten years ago, a wave of protest took over professional sports. While some were remembered for their actions, others had to build new lives

Why it matters

Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns.

Background

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