John Kuntz, cleveland.com
Iman Shumpert Will Donate Money For Each Steal Instead Of Kneeling For The Anthem
After another fatal and unecessary shooting by the police, Cavaliers swingman Iman Shumpert had the urge to express his thoughts via Instagram, using a picture of his daughter. Unlike Colin Kaepernick and other NFL players, he won’t be kneeling for the National Anthem, but has come up with a different idea, that could help loads of people.
“Take a good look at my daughter Iman Tayla Shumpert Jr. The moment she was born was the day I saw the world a lot different. All day I wonder how can I raise her the right way and teach her the right lessons. I can’t explain to her what’s going on these days between the badge and the people. The badge was made to protect us, not scare us. #stealthefear #steal #fear #weprayforpeace
For each steal I’m going to donate money and time towards a foundation(s) striding to improve the struggle between the badge and the citizen. I challenge all sponsors and athletes to match these proceeds to contribute to the cause helping families affected by all the killings leaving families and communities traumatized. As big as an awareness Kap has raised by taking a knee and the bravery it took for so many to follow I also understand those that fought for that flag have nothing to do with whats going on in our society today and I no longer believe taking a knee is the answer. This news makes me sick and I am challenging myself to make a difference! #stealthefear #steal #fear #weprayforpeace.”
I personally love this approach and hope he’ll be one of the league’s top stealers in this up and coming season.
