From Protest to Politics: Colin Kaepernick's Changing Stance on Voting Colin Kaepernick's transformation from a vocal critic of electoral politics to an advocate for civic engagement is a fascinating case study in the evolution of social activism.
As the former NFL quarterback and prominent social justice figure, Kaepernick has long been associated with protests against police brutality and systemic oppression.
Kaepernick initially abstained from voting due to his criticism of the two party system.