Nike Pulls Shoe With Betsy Ross Flag<br />After Complaint From Colin Kaepernick Nike has announced their decision not to<br />release a new Independence Day themed shoe<br />that was schedule to hit stores on July 1. Nike, via ‘CNN Business’ The sudden decision is reportedly due to Colin<br />Kaepernick contacting Nike and expressing offense<br />over the inclusion of the late 18th century flag. Kaepernick, an official Nike endorser, found<br />the Betsy Ross flag to be offensive due to its<br />connection to the slavery era in the U.S. According to the Wall Street Journal, the shoe<br />was already shipped to retailers and Nike has<br />requested stores return their shipments. Kaepernick has yet to<br />speak publicly about his<br />involvement in Nike’s decision.
