Nike is pulling a U.S.A.-themed sneaker featuring an early American flag after Colin Kaepernick reportedly told the company it shouldn't sell a shoe with a symbol that he and others consider offensive. 

The red, white, and blue sneakers showed the original version of the American flag, created by Betsy Ross in 1776--nearly 100 years before the abolition of slavery. Days before the Air Max 1 Quick Strike Fourth of July sneaker was set to go on sale, Nike announced that its Independence Day-themed shoe was no longer available.

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Nike is pulling a U.S.A.-themed sneaker featuring an early American flag after Colin Kaepernick reportedly told the company it shouldn't sell a shoe with a symbol that he and others consider offensive. 

The red, white, and blue sneakers showed the original version of the American flag, created by Betsy Ross in 1776--nearly 100 years before the abolition of slavery. Days before the Air Max 1 Quick Strike Fourth of July sneaker was set to go on sale, Nike announced that its Independence Day-themed shoe was no longer available.

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Did Kaepernick Stop The Release of Nike's  'Betsy Ross Flag' Sneakers?

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4.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage

The tense relationship between the Vatican and the White House is escalating as Pope Leo XIV criticizes Trump's military directives against Iran and Venezuela. I'll discuss the clash of ideologies between the two with Father Michael Pfleger from Chicago.

The U.S. has begun blocking ships from entering or exiting Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz to pressure Iran to reopen this crucial oil route after peace negotiations collapsed.

In Ohio, a viral video of a Toledo police officer violently arresting a 15-year-old Black girl for jaywalking has sparked concerns among community leaders, as the officer involved is still on duty.

The African American Mayors Association has elected a new president, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott. He will join us to discuss his plans for the organization and for his city.

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4.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
The tense relationship between the Vatican and the White House is escalating as Pope Leo XIV criticizes Trump's military directives against Iran and Venezuela. I'll discuss the clash of ideologies between the two with Father Michael Pfleger from Chicago.
The U.S. has begun blocking ships from entering or exiting Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz to pressure Iran to reopen this crucial oil route after peace negotiations collapsed.
In Ohio, a viral video of a Toledo police officer violently arresting a 15-year-old Black girl for jaywalking has sparked concerns among community leaders, as the officer involved is still on duty.
The African American Mayors Association has elected a new president, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott. He will join us to discuss his plans for the organization and for his city.
Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV.
The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.

Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage

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4.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies

This is our second town hall discussing Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November.

We have an exciting show lined up. Tonight, we're going to talk about mobilizing young voters with the youngest elected official ever to serve on the Surry County, Virginia, Board of Supervisors. 

We'll have conversations with Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas and State Representative Mamie Locke.
Congressman Bobby Scott is joining us tonight. 

Back with us are Virginia House Speaker Don Scott, Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner.

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4.10.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered:LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies
This is our second town hall discussing Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November.
We have an exciting show lined up. Tonight, we're going to talk about mobilizing young voters with the youngest elected official ever to serve on the Surry County, Virginia, Board of Supervisors.&nbsp;
We'll have conversations with Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas and State Representative Mamie Locke. Congressman Bobby Scott is joining us tonight.&nbsp;
Back with us are Virginia House Speaker Don Scott, Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner.
Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV.
The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.

LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies

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4.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms

We are here to discuss Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November.

We have an exciting show lined up. The Mayor of Petersburg will join us to discuss current events in the community. 

We'll also be speaking with the president of Virginia State University about what's happening on campus and discuss how Trump's proposed 2027 budget cuts will impact students.

Additionally, we'll have conversations with Virginia State Delegate and House Speaker Don Scott, as well as Delegates Kimberly Pope Adams and Delores McQuinn. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, as well as Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, will also be joining us.

 

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4.9.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
We are here to discuss Virginia's upcoming referendum vote on April 21, which could allow the state's Democrat-led Legislature to temporarily redraw its congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The proposed map has the potential to help Democrats flip four seats in the U.S. House of Representatives this November.
We have an exciting show lined up. The Mayor of Petersburg will join us to discuss current events in the community.&nbsp;
We'll also be speaking with the president of Virginia State University about what's happening on campus and discuss how Trump's proposed 2027 budget cuts will impact students.
Additionally, we'll have conversations with Virginia State Delegate and House Speaker Don Scott, as well as Delegates Kimberly Pope Adams and Delores McQuinn. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, as well as Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, will also be joining us.
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Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms

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Did Kaepernick Stop The Release of Nike's 'Betsy Ross Flag' Sneakers?

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