Patriots' owner Kraft criticizes friend Trump over his 'disappointing' NFL remarks
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft criticized President Donald Trump, whom he has previously called a very good friend, saying he is "deeply disappointed" in Trump's comments condemning NFL players who kneel in protest during the national anthem.
"There is no greater unifier in this country than sports, and unfortunately, nothing more divisive than politics," Kraft said in a statement tweeted by the Patriots.
The team's CEO added that he supports players' rights "to peacefully [effect] social change."
"I think our political leaders could learn a lot from the lessons of teamwork and...
Published By: ABC NEWS National - Sunday, 24 September, 2017