So now here I am attempting to share some important commentary about racism from black MLS players. One of the most important things that anyone free from day-to-day worries about such things can do is listen to those who are not free from it.
- RSL's Nedum Onuoha admits that he doesn't always feel safe in America
- Portland's Jeremy Ebobisse has penned an essential reading essay
- Columbus' Derrick Etienne recounts a pair of shocking recent incidents
- Crew teammate Jordan Hamilton was along for the ride one of those times
- Toronto FC's Richie Laryea explains his frustrating experiences
- Former Sounders Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss the issue on their podcast
- Former Impact star Patrice Bernier shares his experiences with racial harassment
On his Instagram, Kei Kamara hosted a relevant chat with good buddy C.J. Sapong (you can skip the first few minutes, which is just Kei waiting for C.J. to come online).
My MLSS colleagues Susannah and Jillian hosted Minnesota United duo Jacori Hayes and Mason Toye to thoughtfully discuss the past, present and future of this issue from their perspectives.
Similarly, Atlanta United players Anton Walkes and J.J. Wiliams join club president Darren Eales' Spike'd Up podcast to discuss the issue.
And finally, as Susannah alluded early in the podcast above, it's worth recognizing that everyone who wants to educate themselves and get involved can't simply expect their black pals to be responsible for that education/activation. Guide your own efforts as much as possible; Katie Couric has been kind enough to compile a list of books, films and resources that can help you gain knowledge about the history of racism in America and its effect on people of color (definitely don't miss When They See Us). Here's another great resource list that does contain a bit of overlap. Time offers up some very important movie suggestions that weren't on either list. I'd also like to add The Burning: Massacre, Destruction, and the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921 and Tulsa, 1921: Reporting a Massacre to the list of relevant books. I'm sure many folks caught the idea of this horrific, shameful episode from the Watchmen tv show, but there's so much beneath the surface here.
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH ✊🏾✊🏾— Weston McKennie (@WMckennie) June 3, 2020
The time is NOW!! Not just for justice or change, but a SOLUTION!!! It has been going on way too long. This has been overlooked and belittled way too often! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!! pic.twitter.com/IqM18XjTga
- Greg Seltzer
3 comments:
Thanks Greg!
glad to see the sports world speaking more. i always got a bad taste from the republicans buy shoes too viewpoint (though I understood it). White players need to be at the forefront here, too.
Thanks for these links Greg.
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