Two months into his protests during the national anthem, Colin Kaepernick is still hearing about his hair. From his critics, and from his supporters. Such is black life in America, especially if black life is what matters to you, and your quest is to make sure the world knows it.
Kaepernick’s critics know it. One doesn’t have to wait long or look far to see a condemnation of him and his protest that includes a mention of his big, fluffy, throwback Afro — usually a crude, insulting, not-even-subtly racist reference. Search "Kaepernick stupid hair" on Twitter if you're not sure.