The death of George Floyd in police custody last week inspired protests and outbreaks of violence around the country over the weekend. In light of such important and consequential events, athletes aren’t sticking to sports. Some took part in protests, and others continued to use their platforms to call for the end of police brutality and start conversations about racism.
More and more athletes are starting to speak up, and even a few sports teams released powerful statements.
The killing of George Floyd last week laid bare the continued existence of inequality and injustice in America.