After electing not to sell two specific Pepsi products, a store owner in Athens, Alabama, made a choice that has generated conflicting opinions and an online discussion.

The proprietor of S&Z Grocery, Phillip Stewart, claimed that because he disagreed with the NFL, he was unable to sell any goods bearing its logo.

I have no desire to support them in any way. He informed WAFF of his justification, saying, “Because I just feel like it’s wrong.” “I can’t sell the product in good conscience because it does have the logo on it,” he said in his conclusion. Saying “I’m sorry.”

Steward informed his clients via a Facebook post that he would no longer be selling the products because he disagreed with the way some NFL players had insulted the flag by kneeling while the national anthem was being played.

A number of players protested the treatment of people of color and the excessive force used by police by kneeling during the playing of the national anthem.

Stewart said he was aware of the athletes’ viewpoint and said, “There are other ways to deal with it.”

“This has brought attention to it, and I’m sure there is good that comes from this, but I just don’t agree with the tactic,” he continued. This has made people aware of it.

This store owner was not opposed to Pepsi or the cause being supported by the demonstration. Instead, he keeps promoting their goods in place of those with the NFL brand.

Even while some people thought Stewart’s choice was foolish, others respected him for standing up for his convictions.

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