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Some of my favorite sports writers include Bob Costas, Jason Whitlock, and Michael Wilbon. I have great affection for people that call it like they see it. While the reality of racism in sports, politics, and society in general is tragically depressing to me, I have to take exception with Kellen Winslow in his comparison to his son and Ben Roethlisberger. Winslow not only has a history of narcissism (as Whitlock alluded to), but was also doing wheelies in a parking lot when he hurt himself. Roethlisberger was simply riding his motorcycle to a commercial shoot. While it was incredibly stupid of Ben to ride without a helmet, the accident was not his fault. A lady pulled in front of him, causing his accident. This is one of the many reasons I cannot stand Kellen Winslow...junior or senior.
Thank you Bob Costas for having 3 of my favorite sports figures on your show. As a Buckeye fan, Steelers fan, and sports fan, I absolutely LOVED your panel tonight. As a white man trying to teach his children to ignore the color of the people with whom she associates, and truly judge them by their character as Dr. King would have it, this show was inspiring, thought-provoking, and one of the many reasons I love your show.
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What's unfortunate about the recent segment on "racism in sports" was the problematic and blatantly narrow scope of the discussion.
How about we define race as more than simply "black OR white"?!?
How about we stop keeping women invisible? Not all women athletes are white, by the way.
I look forward to the upcoming special dedicated to continuing the discussion. I only hope that it is more inclusive.
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Having just watched a portion of this show today, I was surprised by Chris Carter's reaction to Jason Whitlock's statement concerning the money issue. Chris, as one poster pointed out, appears to be angry, stemming from his high school days. The man has made millions in a sports career and continues to do so in the journalist arena.
The athletics of today don't have much to complain about other than placing themselves in stupid situations. Why doesn't the money afford those who have it the ability to live the "good" life. Is it necessary to push the envelope with guns, drugs and other illegal activities that have graced the airwaves within the last couple of decades. Are we still going to blame the past for the present situations.
I believe Chris Carter was disingenuous in his comments and obviously still harbors a grudge.
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I would like to take a moment to echo the thoughts of another poster. Our nation is both multicultural and multiethnic and to address maters of race in America only from the perspectives of white and black journalists seems not only incomplete, but in truth as dishonest. As a Cuban American, I find myself constituently disappointed with the lack of attention paid to anti Hispanic sentiment that is prevalent in the attitudes of people in this country and even to a large extent, in large segments of the media. None of the discussion on race on your show dealt with Latinos in this country, nor did it offer perspectives from any other minority. I certainly hope that in future discussions of racism in sports or in America on your show that you will include segments for these of minority groups that are basically non represented.
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I was shocked that no one brought up the book by 'William C. Rhoden' - 'Forty Million Dollar Slaves - The Rise, Fall and Redemption of the Black Athlete', where he states that the modern black athlete has abdicated his responsibility to the community with an apathy that borders on treason just so they can keep their endorsements. Jason Whitlock was absolutely correct when he said black athletes don't speak to racism because of the fear they might lose their money. I'd like to see this topic explored more. Thanks ... cb
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You know, been a fan of costas for a long time , I have to reply to Chris Carters comments ,He seems angry that he made millions and still has a good paying gig so some time in his past he was not chosen for quarter back because of his race well i was not chosen because of my weight in fact a lot of us were not chosen for numerous things because of one prejudice or another it is time to get past things that have happened to us and be thankful for what we have ! it seems the majority of the atheletes are nothing more than over paid cry babies who have a race excuse for their bad behavior
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I agree ... the panel was great and fair and honest.... My one complaint though is that too often Race in Sports is too often treated as a "Black and White" issue. As a Hispanic, I would like to see the subject opened up a little bit. Once again I felt like an outsider. As was the case a couple of Super Bowls ago, when two "Black" coaches slugged it out for the right to be called the first, of his race, to reach the pinnacle of success. I found myself wondering why this issue was not highlighted/celebrated when Tom Flores won his Super Bowl over 2 decades ago.
I am just saying, this is more than just a black and white issue. I hope Bob realizes this and includes others in the conversation when he has his "Race and Sports" full episode.
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WOW!!!! What a great 90 minutes of television. Its about time. Real issues real questions real answers real talk. Thanks Bob and HBO for putting something interesting in sports talk.
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That show was the best 90 minutes of sports television in decades.
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I couldn't agree more with Dan from Ohio, by the way i live in south florida, you're not the Dan that is a huge Miami Dolphins fan are you. Anyways Costas' show tonite was phenomenal, such intelligent, thought provoking TV is a rarity, especially in the world of sports. I could have watched for hours, the 90 minutes flew by. I can't wait for the next show.
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Some of my favorite sports writers include Bob Costas, Jason Whitlock, and Michael Wilbon. I have great affection for people that call it like they see it. While the reality of racism in sports, politics, and society in general is tragically depressing to me, I have to take exception with Kellen Winslow in his comparison to his son and Ben Roethlisberger. Winslow not only has a history of narcissism (as Whitlock alluded to), but was also doing wheelies in a parking lot when he hurt himself. Roethlisberger was simply riding his motorcycle to a commercial shoot. While it was incredibly stupid of Ben to ride without a helmet, the accident was not his fault. A lady pulled in front of him, causing his accident. This is one of the many reasons I cannot stand Kellen Winslow...junior or senior.
Thank you Bob Costas for having 3 of my favorite sports figures on your show. As a Buckeye fan, Steelers fan, and sports fan, I absolutely LOVED your panel tonight. As a white man trying to teach his children to ignore the color of the people with whom she associates, and truly judge them by their character as Dr. King would have it, this show was inspiring, thought-provoking, and one of the many reasons I love your show.
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