The Dems will go to any length to defend social justice warriors like Colin Kaepernick. Democrat 2020 hopeful Julian Castro applauds Nike for pulling the Betsy Ross shoes which featured the American flag.
They are really willing to go this far.
Regarding @Nike 's decision to stop the sale of shoes featuring the Betsy Ross flag @JulianCastro tells @CBSNews "I was glad to see that." and adds "And my hope is that they didn't just do it to do it. They understand the significance there."
— Tim Perry (@tperry518) July 3, 2019
While speaking with CSN, Castro said he was "glad to see" that Nike pulled the Betsy Ross sneakers featuring the American flag.
.@JulianCastro tells CBSN he was "glad to see" Nike pull Betsy Ross flag sneakers from retailers https://t.co/zee28SIaIi pic.twitter.com/uw9rUzRMvf
— CBS News (@CBSNews) July 3, 2019
It appears the left is following the lead of social justice warrior, American hating Colin Kaepernick. Of course this is resulting in a lot of people boycotting Nike.
BACKLASH: Boycott Gains Steam After Nike Drops American Flag Shoe At Colin Kaepernick's Behest https://t.co/DMhCO7a5cS
— The Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) July 2, 2019
Count Ted Cruz among one of those Americans who will no longer supporting Nike. The Texas Senator announced that he supports free speach and he is utilizing his. He also joined in the #WalkAwayFromNike trend on Twitter.
I love America. I stand for the anthem, respect the flag & honor the men & women who fought to defend our Nation. I respect Free Speech & I’m exerting mine: until @Nike ends its contempt for those values, I WILL NO LONGER PURCHASE NIKE PRODUCTS. #WalkAwayFromNike RT if you agree. https://t.co/IvXNTgvlHq
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) July 2, 2019