When the Seattle Storm endorsed Kamala Harris last week, they did not just take a political stance, they stepped up as the only professional sports team to entirely align themselves with a candidate in the 2024 election. Some people say politics do not belong in sports, but during an election with stakes as high as this one, the Storm’s statement is a major step forward.
The WNBA itself is considered an activism league because of its franchises’ commitment to social justice and equity, including an entire charity tournament where the champion donates their winnings to a charity of their choice.