From LeBron James to Serena Williams, Black athletes have long dominated the sports world. Yet, despite their excellence, they are often under a much harsher spotlight. It’s no secret — the media treats Black athletes differently, and it’s time to talk about it.
When a Black athlete speaks out...
When a male athlete dominates a sport, we talk about his strength, strategy, and stats. When a female athlete excels, we still hear about her body, her outfit — and sometimes, her looks matter more than her medals.
Let’s not sugarcoat it: female athletes are relentlessly oversexualized in media...