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sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Team USA's Patriotic Celebration and Gold Triumph at World Juniors Ignites Praise and Critique"

Sage Steele, a former ESPN anchor, criticized ESPN for not highlighting Team USA's patriotic display of singing the 'Star-Spangled Banner' after winning gold at the 2024 IIHF World Junior Championship. Steele contrasted ESPN's lack of coverage with Canadian broadcaster TSN, who shared the moment on social media. She pointed out the irony given ESPN's rights deal with the NHL and the fact that the players are future NHL stars. Steele praised the team's pride in representing their country, a sentiment she feels is lacking in some professional athletes.

via Outkick|

##espn #nationalanthem

politicssocial-issues2 years ago•1 min saved

"Turmoil at Harvard: The Controversial Tenure and Resignation of Claudine Gay"

Former ESPN host Sage Steele criticized Rev. Al Sharpton for his comments defending Claudine Gay's resignation as Harvard University president, suggesting it was an attack on all black women. Steele argued that Gay's resignation was due to character issues, including her handling of antisemitism and plagiarism accusations, rather than her race. Steele expressed frustration with Sharpton's representation of people of color and emphasized the importance of character over skin color, referencing Martin Luther King Jr. Gay will remain on Harvard's faculty despite her resignation.

via New York Post |

##alsharpton #claudinegay

politicssocial-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

"Debate Flares Over Claudine Gay's Harvard Tenure Amid Resignation and Plagiarism Claims"

Rev. Al Sharpton faced criticism from former ESPN host Sage Steele for framing Harvard President Claudine Gay's resignation as an attack on all Black women. Steele expressed frustration with Sharpton's representation of people of color and highlighted the reasons behind Gay's resignation, including her handling of antisemitism on campus and plagiarism accusations. Gay's resignation was met with reactions from various quarters, including donors and political figures, with some critics cheering her departure. Steele emphasized the importance of character over skin color in her critique of the situation.

via Fox News|

##alsharpton #antisemitism