North Smithfield's Nike Protest: A Stand for Police

North Smithfield Town Council President John Beauregard addresses a resolution regarding Nike products during a council meeting in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, on September 17, 2018. The resolution, described as a request rather than an ordinance, urges the town to refrain from purchasing Nike products. Beauregard clarifies that the resolution is not a mandate but a symbolic stance supporting law enforcement, emphasizing it is unrelated to the national debate surrounding Colin Kaepernick and his protest during the national anthem. He expresses support for peaceful protest rights but criticizes Nike’s use of Kaepernick in their advertising campaign, citing it as disrespectful to law enforcement officers. Beauregard, a former state trooper, highlights his personal perspective on the issue and defends his decision to bring the resolution forward, stating it is a matter of principle. The video captures his detailed explanation of the resolution’s intent and his response to criticisms about its relevance to town business.

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