Megan Rapinoe, a forward in the U.S Women's Soccer Team's Women's Soccer Team's, has reacted against former President Donald Trump's comments regarding women. Although she seemed upset more than angry, Rapinoe clearly was dissatisfied at Trump. She was critical of Trump's remarks that women were "woke" or "bad" and that he expected women not to perform well.
Rapinoe's feud with Trump
Megan Rapinoe has been vocal in her criticism of President Trump and his administration, and this latest tweet is no exception. 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.
In 2019, Rapinoe labeled herself a "walking protest" against the agenda of former President Donald Trump. After winning the World Cup she refused to go to the White House, citing her "inequity". Rapinoe later apologised, but she has continued to speak out about social justice issues as well as the Black Lives Matter Movement.
Rapinoe’s criticism of Trump has been less severe than Kaepernick's. Trump hasn't asked Rapinoe if she will leave the country. Kaepernick, however, has called Rapinoe anti American. They have both been criticised but there is a striking difference between them. Rapinoe is a white woman who has been described as unpatriotic.
Trump's criticism of the women's football team
Megan Rapinoe, a US women’s soccer team player, has been under fire from the Trump Administration for a number of reasons. She is a well-known social activist who, at 36 years old, kneeled in the National Anthem during an NWSL match in 2016. Rapinoe, who is a strong advocate for LGBT organizations and owns an apparel line that is gender-neutral, has been vocal in her support of many LGBT organizations. She is a vocal critic Trump's policies. In fact, she endorsed Senator Elizabeth Warren in the 2020 Democratic primary.
Women's soccer provides a platform for social justice. Women's football has always been an avenue for people to express their beliefs, regardless of gender. Trump only proves that he is not legitimate by continuing to criticize women's players in soccer. As long as women's soccer is played, it will continue to be a force for change in the world.
Rapinoe supports Kaepernick
While Meghan Rapinoe might not be a household face, many have been surprised by her support of Colin Kaepernick. The former American football player stood by the player ever since last fall, when he was forced to kneel during the national song. Rapinoe is known for her actions, which have caused some ire in the Oval Office. Rapinoe has also been vocal about her support for the LGBTQ community and is a strong advocate for equal pay for equal work.
Rapinoe's support of Kapernick is notable due to her personal history. Despite the dangers involved, her family supported Rapinoe's protest. Rapinoe stood firm in her determination to support fellow athletes, despite being condemned by many. She stood up to racism in the NBA and in her life and took a stand for her values.