Fists of Freedom: An Olympic Story Not Taught in School Fists of Freedom: An Olympic Story Not Taught in School
The real story behind the most political, controversial, inspiring moment in Olympics, if not sports, history: the black gloved salute of runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos...
Jul 25, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Dave Zirin: The NCAA Is Seeking Brand Rehabilitation, Not Justice, in the Penn State Scandal Dave Zirin: The NCAA Is Seeking Brand Rehabilitation, Not Justice, in the Penn State Scandal
The Pennsylvania Governor emerges unscathed, while Penn students bare the burden of the punishment. Why is a private organization wielding this unprecedented power?
Jul 24, 2012 / Press Room
Why the NCAA’s Sanctions on Penn State Are Just Dead Wrong Why the NCAA’s Sanctions on Penn State Are Just Dead Wrong
Today's extrajudicial move by the NCAA will effect people far beyond Penn State.
Jul 23, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Against Abolishing Football at Penn State Against Abolishing Football at Penn State
It would bring vengeance without justice.
Jul 15, 2012 / Dave Zirin
The Shocking Truth About Joe Paterno, Penn State and Governor Tom Corbett The Shocking Truth About Joe Paterno, Penn State and Governor Tom Corbett
Penn State University and the legacy of Coach Joe Paterno have been destroyed by Louis Freeh’s report.
Jul 12, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Serena Williams and Getting ‘Emotional’ for Title IX Serena Williams and Getting ‘Emotional’ for Title IX
Serena Williams’s victory at Wimbledon, as well as the questions she had to answer, was a reminder about the importance of Title IX.
Jul 9, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Steve Nash to the Lakers: The Political Impact Steve Nash to the Lakers: The Political Impact
Will this bravest of athletes continue to speak out now that he's playing for Kobe Bryant’s Lakers?
Jul 5, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Drew Brees, Union Power and the Big Payback Drew Brees, Union Power and the Big Payback
It might be hard to see a trade union hero in quarterback Drew Brees. But it shouldn’t be.
Jul 2, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Sandusky’s Crimes and Governor Corbett’s Negligence Sandusky’s Crimes and Governor Corbett’s Negligence
Governor Tom Corbett still has questions to answer about his role in the slow-motion investigation and prosecution of Penn State University’s Jerry Sandusky.
Jun 25, 2012 / Dave Zirin
Dave Zirin: The DOJ Wastes Money on Sports Dave Zirin: The DOJ Wastes Money on Sports
The Department of Justice spent $2 to 3 million prosecuting Roger Clemens. Why?
Jun 20, 2012 / Press Room