Raise a Fist, Take a Knee
Race and the Illusion of Progress in Modern Sports
What's it about
Ever wonder why sports and politics seem more entangled than ever? This summary unpacks the explosive moments when athletes risked everything to protest racial injustice, revealing the truth behind the illusion of progress in the sports world and what it means for you today. You'll get an inside look at the personal stories and intense pressures faced by figures like Colin Kaepernick and other athlete-activists. Discover the history of protest in sports, from the 1968 Olympics to the modern Black Lives Matter movement, and understand the powerful forces that shape these courageous, and often controversial, stands.
Meet the author
John Feinstein is one of America's most acclaimed sports journalists and the bestselling author of over forty books, including the classics A Season on the Brink and A Good Walk Spoiled. His decades-long career spent inside locker rooms and interviewing legendary figures gave him a unique front-row seat to the intersection of sports, race, and culture. This unparalleled access and deep-seated trust from athletes and coaches provided the foundation for the powerful stories and essential insights found within this book.
What's it about
Ever wonder why sports and politics seem more entangled than ever? This summary unpacks the explosive moments when athletes risked everything to protest racial injustice, revealing the truth behind the illusion of progress in the sports world and what it means for you today. You'll get an inside look at the personal stories and intense pressures faced by figures like Colin Kaepernick and other athlete-activists. Discover the history of protest in sports, from the 1968 Olympics to the modern Black Lives Matter movement, and understand the powerful forces that shape these courageous, and often controversial, stands.
Meet the author
John Feinstein is one of America's most acclaimed sports journalists and the bestselling author of over forty books, including the classics A Season on the Brink and A Good Walk Spoiled. His decades-long career spent inside locker rooms and interviewing legendary figures gave him a unique front-row seat to the intersection of sports, race, and culture. This unparalleled access and deep-seated trust from athletes and coaches provided the foundation for the powerful stories and essential insights found within this book.
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