I am an Alumni, supporter and fan of all Uk sports programs. Some might disagree but we (minorities) just want to be treated equal . The 34-year-old megastar will perform The Star-Spangled Banner at the 20 January inauguration as Biden succeeds Donald Trump as president and Harris takes … She and I were disgusted with the basketball team and THE ENTIRE COACHING STAFF kneeling for their national anthem. She did not understand the protests but would never think of not watching the Cats — except when they get behind and she gets nervous and changes the station. “I think what was really powerful was Coach (John Calipari) doing it with us. I will rattle it some more during the Biden years every chance I get when politics surface on this here sports site, which Calipari instigated when he had his whole team take a knee during Colors. By the way, Trump carried the state of Kentucky twice, won 16 electoral votes. I see you are a conspiracy theorist. Not even with a stacked supreme court. Don’t know why it came to the top. If these kids want to put their political views ahead of their obligation to the university, then let them pay their way here or go somewhere else. Does he need a history lesson? I was outraged. We are all in this as a team together. Coach Cal. Hundreds of our own Admirals and Generals have publicly said he is the worst commander and chief this country has ever seen. That is your man Biden’s party Jim. “All the major faiths support the moral law that you should love your neighbor as you love yourself – so we should be asking what the national anthem stands for,” he said. What happened at the Capitol on January 6 was hard to watch, I agree, but so was the theft of an American Presidential election where the incumbent got more votes than any President in history, while the challenger couldn’t put a sentence together, did no real campaigning, then sat back and watched the big steal happening for him in the middle of the night. Calipari said he spoke with some of the team's veteran players after he heard their teammates wanted to kneel, and after listening to their reasoning, he offered to join them in their pregame statement. Required fields are marked *. Make sure to watch the inauguration. Just educational facts. Whats up with not wanting to wear a mask? Wrong place and wrong way to address a political problem. You are in for a real shock when the China Joe, Schumer, Harris, Palosi, AOC, and the other American haters take full control. But they have a major problem with people who look like us (white) storming the US Capitol…they’re still waiting to hear the outrage over that. The military soldier’s life is interwoven with the American Flag and the National Anthem so tight that you can not separate the three. That is if we can all survive the Socialists policies they will push on us before the mid terms. 4 yrs. That is a view many have as well. I don’t agree with taking a knee during the National Anthem. ", The Knox County Fiscal Court's resolution, which was adopted Monday, said the UK basketball team's action "lacks respect for the veterans that have served our country.". I love to rattle the chain of a liberal like you which always brings a stupid response like you gave above. I am aware that not every veteran agrees with the veterans in my family and my friends and I respect your right to disagree…you signed up and you should be heard on this. You just watch. The anthem was first performed at the Independence Day celebrations on 9 October 1962. We would never take a knee, nor respect anyone who did. What exactly were they protesting against? Many have not based on the social media criticism the players and coaches, who also knelt, have received. Nice future, right Jim? I’ve got a bunch of former military family and friends who are UK fans and would love to see the team play so please let me know since you won’t need them! I have heard him say atleast 50 times we are 2 weeks away from announcing our new health care plan. A coach who understands that KY basketball is about winning SEC season titles as well as the conference tournament title. Moved the Capital of Israel to Jerusalem. Sarr was told about some fans questioning Calipari’s leadership and not being man enough to stop the players from protesting. I think you are very uninformed about your actions not coach Cal anytime ANYONE who shows disrespect for the flag that so many have died for I can and never will support. Then we all lose our freedoms many a man has died for. I am through with UK unless Barnhart fires Calipari for allowing that nonsense to take place with a bunch of coddled and spoiled athletes under his charge. is generally a patriotic musical composition that evokes and eulogizes the history, traditions, and struggles of a country's people, recognized either by that state's government as the official national song, or by convention through use by the people. The team knelt during the national anthem ahead of the matchup with Florida. Where’s your outrage for that?? Kentucky basketball has 'pushed the coffin back open', denounced the basketball team Monday in a resolution, football team led a march through Lexington in June, the women's basketball team led a march through the city and held a unity fair, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Where was all the outrage then by some of you liberals who are so outraged by the unrest now. Signed–a FORMER lifelong Kentucky fan, HOpe you can find a way to become a fan again Doug. Where is the outrage?? LOL. The Wildcats weren't the only team to kneel during pregame ceremonies over the weekend, and Saturday was not the first time members of a team at Kentucky have made a statement about current events. I’ll stand with them. The above post is for David Gilkey. (A) to (C) which read as follows: “ (C) individuals in uniform should give the military salute at the first note of the anthem and maintain that position until the last note; and”. Go out and protest or whatever in the streets of Lexington. I think one should clearly define what they are protesting and not do it on someone else’s dime. They’re trying to figure out life and making statements they think they have to make. Never disrespect the American flag or this country’s national anthem, which pu$$y Calipari and this team decided to do. I just hope we can all understand how others feel even when we disagree. Know what the Cats mean to you. He has done nothing but disgrace our country and flag. Ran it into the ground. "The Star-Spangled Banner" is the national anthem of the United States. Olivier Sarr and his Kentucky teammates knew not everyone would approve of what they did when they kneeled during the national anthem before Saturday’s win at Florida. Trump wants to be like Kim. I fully support their right to protest, I just do not think that is a acceptable venue to do so. And it is not for ball players making more money than most Americans and than complaining. He has killed thousands of Americans because he chose to ignore a global pandemic. Billy Donovan could be that kind of coach, so could Brad Stephens. Or should we say the Harris years. This action was showing more respect for the flag than the seditionists that were desecrating the flag at the capital insurrection. I’ve been a UK fan all my life, but I’m not going to let this change my mind about supporting my team. Mosley, meanwhile, encouraged UK fans who disagreed with what had happened at Florida to bring shirts that they no longer want to the county jail Monday, where those fans could exchange them for "Back the Blue" shirts. That also means you are a small minded, uneducated, inbred idiot. Talk about not being treated equal, what do you mean, you are getting a free education. I do understand these young men wanting to protest people of color not treated the same as other’s I will never support this team and will not give one dime to the University! Hong Kong's government, dominated by … I guess you are all for the New Green Deal, eliminating 2nd Amendment rights, open borders, higher taxes, defunding our military, and police departments , eliminating ICE, Medicare for all, sanctuary cities, burning down small businesses by Antifa, and others who practice anarchy in democrat controlled cities. Ann, not everybody who wore the uniform respects the flag and honors the colors for what it represents, but most of us do, and always will. You say by doing this you want to unite the country, you are doing the EXACT oppisite…..you are dividing the country even more than it already is. Trump also survived a fake impeachment. The official version of the national anthem is ordered to be disclosed on websites of the State Council and the national people's congress. May she defend our laws, And ever give us cause, To sing with heart and voice, UK games (football and basketball) are just about the highlight of his day. The flag he is disrespecting saved his country and many more. S, Capital because the democrat Socialist party stole the 2020 Presidential election from 75 million American Trump voters. Did you ever hear of Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation? God save the Queen! … He left the Kirds to die from Turkish attacks after thousands had died fighting terrorism on our behalf after 9/11. Good luck UK? In a video posted on his Facebook page Sunday, Laurel County Sheriff John Root threw a shirt celebrating a Final Four appearance by UK on an open flame and said the Wildcats had “disrespected the American flag and our national anthem.” He was joined by Jailer Jamie Mosley, who also threw a shirt on the fire. You made it intolerable. Total lack of respect for the people who gave their lives allowing them to get a free college education for playing a game. Not out of the country. To have or not to have a national anthem law Michael Chugani January 17, 2019 09:00 There is nothing wrong in promoting respect for the national anthem of your country. I will say this, disrespect the flag of the United States while in a uniform, on a parade ground, or on a military base and see what happens to you. Shouldn’t you want to save your neighbors lives. Over 60 judges said the election was fare. Now, lets throw as much light on Joe Biden now as was thrown on Trump and see who comes out clean after 4 years of endless investigations like Trump had to endure. Hey Jim, real patriots stormed the U. You can throw a rock and break someone’s window but say I didn’t mean to break that window. Does D day mean ANYTHING to him? 4 of the Law lists a broad number of situations in which the national song must be played and sung. But there has also been plenty of support from other UK fans. Common law jurisdictions such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States do not make it a crime to disrespect their national anthem. You do something and some are pleased and some aren’t,” the UK senior said. This is Trump country knuckle head. [Cf. ! If I were to stop supporting the team, I don’t know what that would do to him. First, Art. David I am sorry you lost your father in that war. The decision by Kentucky men's basketball coaches and players to kneel during the national anthem before a game over the weekend didn't sit well with two law enforcement officials in the heart of Big Blue Nation. Knox Fiscal Court asks tax funds to be reallocated away from UK after team kneels during national anthem By Jarrod Mills and Erin Cox Staff writer/Editor Jan 11, 2021 I have a question for you. He built a border wall that virtually stopped illegal immigration, and encouraged all to respect our country’s flag. Did you drink some bleach? I thought the Republican party was supposed to be the Christian party. ... that would criminalise disrespect of China's national anthem. We know some are mad and pissed. He thought it sent a “big message” that every player participated along with the UK coaches. I have ancestors that fought for the Union girl and can prove that. A draft of the national anthem law, first proposed in June, had its second reading by the NPC Standing Committee, the executive body of the national legislature, on Monday. In fact more have left. 1. China's ruling Communist Party has set in motion a controversial national security law for Hong Kong, a move seen as a major blow to the city's freedoms. Old China Joe right? Any chance any of you that are clutching your pearls and throwing yourself on the floor kicking and screaming like a five year old in the cereal aisle at Kroger got season tickets?? You all are Jerry Fallowell jr. Christians. Under Trump our economy soared, people went back to work, and new job were created. I will never buy my season tickets again. Let’s look at a little history too. “We are a unit and that’s what we want our country to be,” Sarr said. I started listening to Cawood Ledford 45 years ago with Dad, and have loved the Cats since the other day. The most secure election ever his own man said. In his 4 years he has built 47 miles of NEW border wall and replaced 400 miles of old wall at a tune of 15 billion of tax payer money. I know they could care less but our leaving the basketball program will not be the only fans to do so.. As for coach not being a stronger leader, he’s just afraid that next year recruits are watching. He knew it was deadly and lied about it with every breath. I know this post will get taken down, but Calipari and his team made this political when they chose to take a knee for the flag of the United Stares of America in a time when there is so much division. The National Anthem is God Save the Queen.The British National Anthem originated in a patriotic song first performed in 1745.It became known as the National Anthem from the beginning of the nineteenth century. Where was all that Russian Collusion Muller was supposed to uncover? I have proof of that at my house still, It was a degrace to our flag,these players get a free education that taxpayers paid for,coach needs to go. I completely respect any veterans opinions on recent events but everyone else needs to shut up, educate yourselves and only then share your opinion…please try not to show your white privilege butt again. I truly think they meant no disrespect at all Lonnie. It was the radical Maxine Waters that first encouraged violence after the 2016 election. Controversial national anthem law takes effect in HK (Ld),Hong Kong, June 12 (IANS) The controversial law, which can bring up to three years in prison to those who insult China’s “March of Volunteers” national anthem, took effect in Hong Kong on Friday, after it was signed by the city’s Chief Executive Carrie Lam. … Opponents of the anthem bill and the national security law see them as signs of Beijing’s tightening control over the territory. There is no wrong time to stand up or kneel for what is right. Calipari has set a bad example with his players first philosophy. If Biden is truly seated on Jan 20 drastic changes are coming to America. “What happened in the past few days, past few weeks, even during quarantine. You won’t recognize this country in four years. He brought our troops home from endless wars, and brought peace to the middle East. The national anthem law makes “insulting” or “misusing” the Chinese national anthem punishable by a fine of up to £5,100 (HK$50,000) and a maximum penalty of three years’ imprisonment. ; 277), a. By the way black soldiers have have fought and died beside white soldiers in all the wars. “Whether we do it once or twice, our mind and focus is on that and these issues and gestures at all times.”. Lets see when you leave UK and go pro how many of these players take their money and put it back into their community. The Deep State is alive and well shit head. Like I said, if you think Biden won that election fair and square you are dumber than a country rock. You can not separate the three no matter what your intent is. Root and Mosley, meanwhile, picked a tough time to stop supporting the Wildcats — the pair stuck out that 1-6 start and are walking away right when it looks like UK may be turning the corner. We need to get rid of Calipari and his OAD recruiting and bring in a coach who is committed to the university first and foremost. Riot police disperse anti-government protesters during a lunchtime protest outside the Central Government Complex as a second reading of a controversial national anthem law … The law was first reviewed by the legislature in June. After all, the Wildcats rolled a day earlier at Florida, riding Keion Brooks' season debut to an 18-point win over the Gators. China's ruling Communist Party has set in motion a controversial national security law for Hong Kong, a move seen as a major blow to the city's freedoms. The football team led a march through Lexington in June amid national protests for racial equity, while the women's basketball team led a march through the city and held a unity fair in September. Germany has no national anthem law, but rules exist to punish “defamation of the state and its symbols”, including the anthem. God Save the Queen, also called (during a kingship) God Save the King, British royal and national anthem.The origin of both the words and the music is obscure. It won’t keep anyone out. He couldn’t do it. Sarr is from France? Coach Cal, you need to go to the NBA. Some think it’s appropriate to protest during the National anthem and some do not. It’s amazing how many holler about disrespecting the flag at a game but don’t even know when they or others violate the flag code every single day. They want to stand up for others and for themselves since quite a few of them have been discriminated against. Trump also won the 2020 race too. Mexico will pay for the wall. Japan has also voiced concern while UK ministers are facing calls to take 'immediate action'. LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky men's basketball got a big win Saturday, but it's their performance prior to the game that has two law enforcement figures burning UK gear. As soon as I heard what our players did Sat. When you accept a scholarship, there are strings that come with that. 75 million Americans disagree with you Jim, and we’ll see what the American economy looks like after 4 years of Biden and the Socialists’ destroy it. But what set Root and Mosley off happened before the game. According to the new ruling, the anthem must be played in … 1633), Henry Purcell (c. 1639–95), and Henry Carey (c. 1687–1743). The UK players and their coaches locked arms and knelt prior to the game during the national anthem. The Wildcats have won three games in a row and are back in action Tuesday night vs. Alabama. You liberals just wait until Biden and company take over, if that does indeed take place on 1/20/21. Considering that flag saved the country you call home from getting wiped off the map. “We understood that our gesture would have consequences,” Sarr said Monday. The Republican party wants to be the Authoritarian party. Get ready for Socialism Jim. In order to become a national anthem, however, it needed to be rescued from rowdier contexts. If you don’t understand that you are watching to much liberal news media. It was just a peaceful way to protest. No way Joe Biden won that election fair and square. The truth hurts don’t it! WASHINGTON — Lady Gaga will sing the national anthem at Joe Biden’s inauguration and Jennifer Lopez will give a musical performance on the West Front of … Deputy Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the BVI’s territorial song resonates more with residents and should replace the UK National Anthem at more local events. Look at other dictionaries: National anthem — National Na tion*al (? The song, however, does include one controversial verse, which calls on God to help crush rebellious Scots in the 17th century… not that Nicholson seemed to mind.