re: Why hasnt Rapinoe been kicked off the US national team?

Lobbying that anyone who doesn't bow down to the symbol of our government must be punished is just more evidence of the pussification of america

I'm not sure you understand the difference between punishment and consequences. Kicking her off the team for failing to pay a simple sign of respect when you are playing for the national team of that country is not punishment. But there may well be consequences. And if she isn't willing to accept those consequences, then she's not taking a principled stand; she's just grandstanding.