Yes
They were.
No
They weren’t.
With upcoming reports President Trump’s recent State of the Union address, reports that members of the U.S. Women’s Hockey Team declined an invitation sparked strong reactions nationwide. Supporters argue that attending the SOTU is about honoring the office of the presidency and representing the country, regardless of politics. Critics say athletes have the right to make personal decisions based on their beliefs. Was the team wrong to turn down the invite — or was it simply exercising free choice?