Who started “Beto O’Rourke’s NFL-protests answer”?

NowThis, on X, Aug 21, 2018. It reached 5 platforms in 14 months.

LineageContestedKey steps, 12 of 16. Lines follow time and platform
‘I can think of nothing more American.’ — Beto O'Rourke — the man taking on Ted Cruz — brilliantly explains why NFL players kneeling during the anthem is not disrespectfulBeto O’RourkeBefore the first postAthletes Praise Senate Candidate Beto O'Rourke for Response To Question About NFL ProtestsNowThisFirst postSports IllustratedPressPlatform jumpOwner responsePlatform jumpBacklashOwner responsePressPeak proxyPlatform jumpAfterlifePatient zero