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Athlete-Activists Speak Out

Notable quotes from a conversation with athletes who stood up for a cause.

BY Mikka Macdonald

Blog Post

09.19.2016
Sports

The Athlete-Activist

Here's why more influential athletes are publicly standing up for causes they believe in.

BY Tom Farrey

Video

09.19.2016
Sports

Players Own the Game

Athletes demand more respect than they once did, says Ta-Nehisi Coates. Fans are more likely to see actions through the eyes of players.

BY Aspen Institute Staff

Video

06.27.2011