Quote:In response to the most recent attacks on voting rights and reproductive care, the Association sent an open letter to the National Players' Leagues, urging free agents to reconsider moving their families to a state that is not safe for anyone.
NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson:
"We must stand up for what is right and protect our loved ones from the dangerous attacks on freedoms taking place in Texas."
Today, the NAACP sent a letter to every professional sports players' association in the country, urging its free agents to reconsider signing contracts in Texas. This unprecedented move comes as Texas Governor Greg Abbott approved new political maps that dilute the political power of communities of color....
..."As we watch an incomprehensible assault on basic human rights unfold in Texas, we are simultaneously witnessing a threat to constitutional guarantees for women, children and marginalized communities," write the authors. "Over the past few months, legislators in Texas have passed archaic policies, disguised as laws, that directly violate privacy rights and a woman's freedom to choose, restrict access to free and fair elections for Black and brown voters, and increase the risk of contracting coronavirus. If you are a woman, avoid Texas. If you are Black, avoid Texas. If you want to lower your chances of dying from coronavirus, avoid Texas."
https://naacp.org/articles/naacp-urges-p...void-texas
From the last paragraph in the letter to the athletes:
Quote:We are now pleading with you -- if you are a free agent and are considering employment in Texas, look elsewhere. The Texas government will not protect your family. Demand that Texas owners invest in your rights and protect your investments. Texas is not safe for you, your spouse, or your children. Until the legislation is overturned, Texas isn’t safe for anyone
AFAIC this is crosses my line. I agree that Texas government has made some horrible laws, taken horrible actions, but I don't think this request/position is appropriate and should be placed on the shoulder of athletes..
Thoughts?
I don't have an anger problem, I have an idiot problem.
