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Despite these claims, critics highlight that the core issue isn't merely salaries or respect—it's the league’s reputation, which has suffered due to the actions of some players and the league’s own policies. For instance, Natasha Cloud, a prominent player and activist, has openly supported political movements such as communism, which many see as anti-American. Such stances, combined with kneeling during the national anthem and calls for removing national symbols from games, have alienated certain audiences and compounded perceptions that the league is politically divisive rather than purely sporting.