Megan Rapinoe is a forward for the U.S Women's Soccer Team and has reacted to President Donald Trump's recent comments about women. The star was more upset than angry with Trump, but she clearly disliked him. She was critical Trump's comments about women being "woke" (and "bad") and that women should perform poorly.
Rapinoe's feud with Trump
Megan Rapinoe is a vocal critic of President Trump's government. Her latest tweet is no different. Rapinoe, the first well-known athlete to kneel at the national anthem in 2016, protested against racial injustice and police brutality towards black people. Trump was furious when the comment was made.
Rapinoe declared herself a "walking protest" against former President Donald Trump in 2019, She also refused to visit the White House after winning the World Cup, citing "inequity." Rapinoe, despite later regretting her actions, has continued to be vocal about social injustice issues and the Black Lives Matter Movement.
Rapinoe's criticism of Trump is much less strident than that directed at Kaepernick. Trump hasn’t asked Rapinoe not to leave the US, but Kaepernick has called Rapinoe anti-American. Although both have been criticised, the differences between them are striking. Rapinoe, a woman of color, has been called unpatriotic.
Trump's criticism of the women's football team
Megan Rapinoe was a US women’s soccer player. She has come under fire by the Trump administration for several reasons. The 36 year-old is known for her outspoken activism and kneeling during the national anthem in 2016 before an NWSL match. Rapinoe has been an outspoken supporter of LGBT organizations. She also owns a brand of clothing that is gender-neutral. She has been vocally critical of Trump's policies. She endorsed Senator Elizabeth Warren during her 2020 Democratic primary.
Women's soccer is an important platform to advance social justice. Women's soccer, no matter your gender, has been a place for you to voice your opinions. Trump's inhumane treatment of women's soccer players is a proof of his own unlegitimacy. It will continue to be a powerful force for positive change as long as women's football is played.
Rapinoe’s support for Kaepernick
Although Meghan Rapinoe doesn't have a lot of attention, some people were surprised at her support for Colin Kaepernick. The ex-American football player has stood by Kaepernick since last fall's national anthem when he knelt. Rapinoe is known for her actions, which have caused some ire in the Oval Office. Rapinoe is also vocal in her support of the LGBTQ community. She is a strong advocate to ensure equal pay for equal work.
Rapinoe’s support for Kapernick was also noteworthy due to her own personal history. Despite the risks involved, her family supported her protest. Even though many people condemned Rapinoe’s actions, Rapinoe continued to stand firm in her resolve for support of her fellow athletes. She stood up for her beliefs and fought racism in the NBA.