Political speech is accepted and even expected from many celebrities, but not athletes. Where’s the disconnect?
Why don’t we like political speech when it comes from athletes?
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Entertain Us Until We Discard You: The Neglect of Professional Athletes
Sports is a huge part of US culture. It’s big, big money, it’s a cultural touchstone, it’s a common ground for many people who may not have other points of commonality or connections. Athletics, the veneration of athletes, the following of athletes, is a big component of some people’s lives. We have entire television stations […]