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Athletes Are Taking Their Solidarity to the Streets
Athletes Are Taking Their Solidarity to the Streets

June 30, 2020
A new factor in these protests for Black lives has been the presence of athletes in the marches.

Racist IOC President Avery Brundage Loses His Place of Honor
Racist IOC President Avery Brundage Loses His Place of Honor

June 25, 2020
The decision to remove his bust from the San Francisco Asian Art Museum was long overdue.

Bubba Wallace, NASCAR’s Only Black Driver, Is Threatened With a Noose
Bubba Wallace, NASCAR’s Only Black Driver, Is Threatened With a Noose

June 22, 2020
This is not a prank and it’s not a game. NASCAR needs to be prepared to defend Wallace from violence.

It’s Time for Roger Goodell to Change the Name of the Washington Football Team
It’s Time for Roger Goodell to Change the Name of the Washington Football Team

June 18, 2020
As statues topple across the country, it’s time to change the name of the NFL’s most racist brand.

NBA Players Face the Question: To Boycott or Not to Boycott
NBA Players Face the Question: To Boycott or Not to Boycott

June 16, 2020
A debate heats up among NBA players over whether to return to the court amid nationwide protests against racist violence.

Why NASCAR’s New Ban on the Confederate Flag Is Such a Big Deal
Why NASCAR’s New Ban on the Confederate Flag Is Such a Big Deal

June 11, 2020
In a remarkable sign of the times, NASCAR has banned its most recognizable brand.

It’s Time for White NFL Players to Take the Knee
It’s Time for White NFL Players to Take the Knee

June 9, 2020
It’s an unmistakable gesture, one that would show that the recent anti-racist statements by white NFL players are not just talk.

Olympian Gwen Berry to the USOC: ‘Where’s My Apology?’
Olympian Gwen Berry to the USOC: ‘Where’s My Apology?’

June 3, 2020
The US Olympic Committee is speaking out against racism. Gwen Berry, who raised her fist on the medal stand in 2018 and was punished, wants to see their words matched with deeds.

Gregg Popovich: ‘The System Has to Change’
Gregg Popovich: ‘The System Has to Change’

June 1, 2020
The legendary San Antonio Spurs coach is past done with Donald Trump’s inability to rise to this moment.

The Critical Role of Athletes in Fighting White Blindness
The Critical Role of Athletes in Fighting White Blindness

May 28, 2020
After the police murder of George Floyd, many athletes spoke out. This is a key part of the process of building anti-racism.