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EPISODE · Oct 12, 2018 · 26 MIN

Is there a right time for athletes to use their fame to speak up and out about issues?

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Throughout history, many athletes have taken a stand for social justice issues. Recently, activism by athletes has increased from taking a knee, wearing a t-shirt with a message to appearing in public service announcements, and some brands and companies that employ star athletes are supporting their social justice causes. Is this a smart business strategy? a discussion about what happens when athletes engage in activism. Chris Collins serves as guest host. Panelists: Donna Latson Gittens, Founder and CEO of MORE Advertising; Rahsaan Hall, Director of the Racial Justice Program at the ACLU of MA; Dana Harrell, member of the Syracuse 8; and Saida Grundy, Assistant Professor at Boston University.

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