yes, there is always room for improvement. listen, I have traveled 1/2 way around this world and at times of return, bend over and kissed American soil I was so glad to be home.
America has turned into a bunch of sniveling, whiny, cry babies; entitlements are at an all time high. The judicial system is soft and crime is rampant in some inner cities. Let's start off with don't shoot anybody.
Most uniforms don't allow for individual decoration, either by actions or emblems. An NFL uniform does not represent an individual, rather an organization. The organization sets the bar and allows for conduct and conveyance, and charity support. IMO, The commish should have shut Pandora's box as soon as it opened.
Protests in todays market for some reason like to point blame, but never offer solution. If you are going to protest something, I would think the matter has been well researched where one could articulate their cause for concern, but furthermore, and maybe most importantly, have a solution(s). Simply complaining about something, offers no value.
As far as government oppression, if you live in America, you haven't experienced it on the world level. Governments are oppressive, some worse than others. As individuals, people should be doing more to not only improve themselves, but be a contributing member to the overall greater good. Living off the dole without reflection, but selfish intentions, is problematic for society. People have no remorse or guilt in modern times.
I think in this particular instance, the family circle has much of the cure; as opposed to societal interaction aftermath in it's behavior. It is not the government's responsibility to raise your children, but schools provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner year round; and act as a daycare. People need to take accountability for their actions, as well as their kids.
Pull your f*cking pants up, and get a job. The world doesn't owe you a dam* thing, IMO.