How Trump Turns Unpopular Outbursts Into Political Winners
The president has already backed down from his most strident attacks on athletes and adopted a less controversial celebration of the American flag.
by David A. Graham
Sep 25, 2017
3 minutes
After spending the weekend picking fights with the two best basketball players in the world, President Trump woke up Monday morning in a more contemplative, jingoistic mood—shifting both his emphasis and his tone.
The issue of kneeling has nothing to do with race. It is about respect for our Country, Flag and National Anthem. NFL must respect this!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 25, 2017
So proud of NASCAR and its supporters and fans. They won't put up with disrespecting
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
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