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SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Colin Kaepernick is standing behind his decision not to vote in the presidential election or even register to take part in the democratic process, saying he can effect change in other ways besides through a ballot.The San Francisco 49ers quarterback has knelt through the national anthem all season to protest police brutality and the treatment of minorities, drawing criticism and acclaim alike. He took more heat for not voting last week.I thought a lot of different things about the process and what I could and couldnt do, he said Tuesday. Once again, the system of oppression is what I have an issue with. ... I dont agree with the system of oppression and thats something that I will continue to not agree with.For those wondering why he chose not to vote even on local issues that could influence what happens at home in the Bay Area, Kaepernick said, Theres more than one way to create change.Im comfortable with everything that Im saying, what I represent and who I am, he said of his growth into an outspoken activist, given how much he once disliked speaking publicly. At that point in time, there was a situation where I didnt feel comfortable talking because I didnt want my words used against me and now I know if I represent my words properly, what my stance is, who I am properly, that those words cant be used against me.Kaepernick has perhaps bigger issues at work: His Niners (1-8) have lost eight straight games and have a daunting challenge ahead with Tom Brady and the AFC East-leading New England Patriots (7-2) coming to Levis Stadium on Sunday.The 29-year-old Kaepernick regained his starting job from Blaine Gabbert last month. He has thrown five touchdown passes in four games with two interceptions and has been sacked 11 times -- though he considers the offense to be making progress. And Kaepernick is back around his 2015 playing weight and feels healthy again following surgeries to his right thumb, left knee and non-throwing left shoulder, where he had a torn labrum repaired.I feel like Im starting to get some of my wiggle back, some of the movement, starting to feel very comfortable with where my health is, how my bodys moving, those things, he said.Last Wednesday, following Donald Trumps victory over Hillary Clinton, Kaepernick was asked his reaction to the election results.I really didnt pay too close of attention because I have been very disconnected from the systematic oppression as a whole, so for me its another face thats going to be the face of that system of oppression, he said. To me it really didnt matter who went in there, the systems still intact that oppresses people of color.After Sundays loss at Arizona, Kaepernick noted: I think it would be hypocritical of me to vote. 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New York City FC puts its three-match winning streak on the line against a conference opponent Wednesday night when it faces the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.After a 0-3-2 stretch, New York City FC (7-6-5) has sprung to life with three victories since June 18, including a 2-0 win over the rival New York Red Bulls on Sunday.Jack Harrison won MLS Goal of the Week honors by popping a corner pass from Andrea Pirlo over the legs of defender Red Bulls forward Mike Grella before beating keeper Luis Robles.It was a great ball from Andrea wed been working on a little bit, the rookie midfielder told NYCFCs official website. I was able to put it onto my right foot and I just kind of hit it hoping for the best.The eighth-minute strike was the eventual game-winner, giving the 2013 expansion club its first-ever win over the Red Bulls and earning Harrison a spot on the MLS Team of the Week.Its a great feeling obviously to have the first win against Red Bulls, Harrison said. Its a great accomplishment. I think the team really felt that today.The victory boosted New York City FC into first place in the Eastern Conference with 27 points, one point ahead of Philadelpphia (7-5-6) and eight clear of the Revolution (4-7-6).ddddddddddddew England had its own entry onto the MLS Team of the Week, as Kei Kamara claimed a spot with his two goals on Saturday against the Montreal Impact, but it came in a 3-2 loss.They were Kamaras first two goals since the Revolution acquired him in a late May trade with the Columbus Crew. Kamara had scored five goals with Columbus before the swap.Its good to score goals, but I want my goals to count, the 10th-year veteran midfielder told the teams official website. Its really tough to say you scored goals and nothing really came from it.The Revolution enter Wednesdays showdown having dropped their last two matches against MLS opponents. On June 25, New England was beaten 2-0 by D.C. United.Overall, the Revs have won four of their last six, picking up victories over the Carolina RailHawks (1-0, June 15) and New York Cosmos (3-2, June 29) in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.They also topped the Seattle Sounders 2-1 in their last home game on May 28 and beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1 on June 18. ' ' '