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So, what's the issue?

  • Writer: Carstell Lee
    Carstell Lee
  • Apr 29, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 30, 2024




Sports media often perpetuates racial stereotypes and biases. This can be seen in many different ways within sports games, competitions, and through the media. Commentators and analysts sometimes rely on racial tropes and media coverage often judges behavior, appearance, and off-field conduct differently based on race. A lack of diversity within sports media itself also contributes to biased perspectives surrounding athletes of color. The persistence of these stereotypes and uneven treatment in sports media coverage has damaging effects on athletes and society as a whole.


 
 
 

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