Dave Zirin

Sports Editor

Dave Zirin is the sports editor at The Nation. He is the author of 11 books on the politics of sports. He is also the coproducer and writer of the new documentary Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL.

The Major Problem With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Powerful Essay on Ferguson

The Major Problem With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Powerful Essay on Ferguson The Major Problem With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Powerful Essay on Ferguson

Fighting racism, sexism and anti-LGBT bigotry is not a distraction from building a united struggle but a precondition for building a united struggle.

Aug 18, 2014 / Dave Zirin

INTERVIEW: Why Pro Wrestler ‘MVP’ Made the Trip to Ferguson

INTERVIEW: Why Pro Wrestler ‘MVP’ Made the Trip to Ferguson INTERVIEW: Why Pro Wrestler ‘MVP’ Made the Trip to Ferguson

Pro wrestling star Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP)  decided that he could no longer shake his fist at his TV, and traveled to Ferguson to be a part of the protests.

Aug 17, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Robin Williams and a Moment of Magic

Robin Williams and a Moment of Magic Robin Williams and a Moment of Magic

The death of a man who wanted deeply to be loved. 

Aug 13, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Why Has It Taken This Long for a Men’s Pro-Sports Team to Hire a Female Coach?

Why Has It Taken This Long for a Men’s Pro-Sports Team to Hire a Female Coach? Why Has It Taken This Long for a Men’s Pro-Sports Team to Hire a Female Coach?

Becky Hammon will be the first full-time female assistant coach in any major professional men’s sport in the United States.

Aug 7, 2014 / Dave Zirin

His Name Was Ahed Zaqout: Former Palestinian Soccer Star Killed in Gaza

His Name Was Ahed Zaqout: Former Palestinian Soccer Star Killed in Gaza His Name Was Ahed Zaqout: Former Palestinian Soccer Star Killed in Gaza

This country publicly shamed Donald Sterling for racism in the sports world. So why should we stand by a country that killed an athlete because of his race? 

Aug 1, 2014 / Dave Zirin

At Least My Hospital Isn’t Being Bombed

At Least My Hospital Isn’t Being Bombed At Least My Hospital Isn’t Being Bombed

In what kind of world is the place where the sick go to heal a military target? 

Jul 30, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Here’s What Happens When an NFL Player Beats His Fiancée Unconscious

Here’s What Happens When an NFL Player Beats His Fiancée Unconscious Here’s What Happens When an NFL Player Beats His Fiancée Unconscious

The NFL has a serious violence-against-women problem.

Jul 24, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Four Little Boys and the Price of Play in Gaza

Four Little Boys and the Price of Play in Gaza Four Little Boys and the Price of Play in Gaza

The beach is supposed to be a refuge for the children of Gaza. Now it is the scene of a war crime.

Jul 21, 2014 / Dave Zirin

On Dwight Howard and #FreePalestine

On Dwight Howard and #FreePalestine On Dwight Howard and #FreePalestine

Dwight Howard and other NBA players are finding out that showing even token support for Palestinians comes with a price.

Jul 17, 2014 / Dave Zirin

Thanks to Sounders, I See Another World Cup Is Possible

Thanks to Sounders, I See Another World Cup Is Possible Thanks to Sounders, I See Another World Cup Is Possible

We shouldn’t forget about the beauty of sports just because FIFA has no soul.

Jul 14, 2014 / Dave Zirin

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