A majority of athletes don't mine attending the white house to showcase their glorious achievement as champion.

And no one amazed that the present leader manipulated the owners into fear around the national anthem.
Although athletes have strength and power to SHUT sports down and affect various power structure in this world.

Cities around America makes great financial rewards off sports.
Yes, even with the tax break many got or giving for being in the city.
Businesses that profit off fans would be hurt.
Sports bars would close down.

Of course, the power brokers aka owners purse will be affected by athletes shutting down sports.


Well, except baseball cause of the cultural makeup.

How many fans truly respect the anthem?
Many can't even sing the lyrics for none know them.