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00:00 Drew Brees' comments weren't perceived the wrong way.
00:07 He said what he said.
00:08 And if people don't understand why NFL players were taking a knee by now, they'll never get
00:12 it.
00:13 However, one thing I don't believe will get us anywhere is arguing about the content of
00:17 his comments.
00:18 March, donate, call, speak your mind, but don't waste your time.
00:23 What Brees is correct about in his apology is that what he said came across with absolutely
00:27 no empathy.
00:28 He can say what he wants, but for those to be the first words out of his mouth right
00:32 now with so many in pain, I think that's why he clearly let many people down.
00:38 From protesters in the streets of New Orleans to LeBron James to members of his own team
00:42 like Michael Thomas and Malcolm Jenkins.
00:45 With that said, as much as I think it is counterproductive to revisit arguments about NFL protests, I
00:50 would say the same about rebuffing those who make an honest commitment toward change.
00:54 And in his call for unity, Brees did directly outline many of the issues that must be addressed
00:59 to get there.
01:00 I truly hope this expression of empathy is genuine and is backed up by his action.
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