Clips of the hand gestures by students at the Army-Navy football game went viral on social media and immediately raised questions about whether they were using a “white power” sign.
Navy and Army officials are investigating whether students flashed ‘white power’ movement hand gestures on camera during ESPN’s ‘College GameDay.’
Adm. Mike Gilday, chief of naval operations, said sailors are expected to conduct themselves with integrity and character at all times.“To be clear, the Navy does not tolerate racism in any form,” said Gilday. “And while the investigation determined there was no racist intent behind these actions, our behavior must be professional at all times and not give cause for others to question our core values of honor, courage and commitment.
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point reached similar conclusions. Lt. Gen. Darryl Williams, West Point superintendent, expressed disappointment in the cadets’ immature behavior. The cadets involved also will receive “appropriate administrative” or disciplinary actions, West Point said. No details were provided.
But the Anti-Defamation League said the gesture, with the thumb and forefinger touched in a circle and the other fingers outstretched, has also been appropriated as a signal for white supremacy. That started as a hoax perpetuated on the online message board 4chan. The original idea was to take an innocent and common gesture and arbitrarily transform it into something that would enrage liberals.
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