Kurt Busch, Ray Rice and How Sports Disseminates the Burdens of Racism Kurt Busch, Ray Rice and How Sports Disseminates the Burdens of Racism
The ways in which the individual failings of athletes are discussed are profoundly coded by race.
Nov 11, 2014 / Dave Zirin
A-Rod and Ray Rice: If They Go Down, Let Them Not Be Alone A-Rod and Ray Rice: If They Go Down, Let Them Not Be Alone
People in power want these athletes to go away precisely because their own moral failings signal a far deeper rot.
Nov 6, 2014 / Dave Zirin
Why the Movement Against Washington Football’s Racial Slur Is ‘Idle No More’ Why the Movement Against Washington Football’s Racial Slur Is ‘Idle No More’
The largest demonstration in history against the NFL’s racial slur of a brand has roots north of the border.
Nov 3, 2014 / Dave Zirin
FIFA Denies Women’s World Cup Players an Equal Playing Field—Literally FIFA Denies Women’s World Cup Players an Equal Playing Field—Literally
A bafflingly sexist move could scar the 2015 Women's World Cup.
Oct 31, 2014 / Dave Zirin
The Rot of For-Profit Amateurism The Rot of For-Profit Amateurism
More evidence that NCAA revenue-producing sports are basically organized theft of black wealth.
Oct 29, 2014 / Dave Zirin
The Bridge: A Political Appreciation of Steve Nash The Bridge: A Political Appreciation of Steve Nash
The announcement that future Hall of Fame point guard Steve Nash&squo;s career is coming to a close should be an opportunity to appreciate what he brought not only on the court...
Oct 26, 2014 / Dave Zirin
They Need Him, So Why Was Michael Sam Cut From the Dallas Cowboys? They Need Him, So Why Was Michael Sam Cut From the Dallas Cowboys?
Michael Sam’s efforts to become the first openly gay player in NFL history took a massive hit on Tuesday, with news that he was being cut from the Dallas Cowboys.
Oct 22, 2014 / Dave Zirin
Stop Surgical Violence Against Women Athletes—and Let Dutee Run! Stop Surgical Violence Against Women Athletes—and Let Dutee Run!
A world-class athlete is standing up to the barbaric surgical practices women are subjected to in international sports. She deserves our support.
Oct 20, 2014 / Dave Zirin
Comedian Hari Kondabolu with a ‘Solution’ to Changing the Name of the Washington Football Team Comedian Hari Kondabolu with a ‘Solution’ to Changing the Name of the Washington Football Team
“Since logic and human decency have not led to a name change, perhaps it’s best we attempt to destroy their brand through public mockery.”
Oct 17, 2014 / Dave Zirin
Pre-Season #FreePalestine NBA Protests Come to DC Pre-Season #FreePalestine NBA Protests Come to DC
Israeli basketball fans say it’s just a game. Palestinian fans say it’s their game too and are disappointed the NBA has taken away a safe space, an escape from conflict...
Oct 16, 2014 / Dave Zirin