Colin Kaepernick & LeBron James have been leading the way in revolutionary sports figures.
In 2015, LeBron James initiated a scholarship fund for children of his hometown Akron pledging to give them a four year scholarship to the University of Akron. He also lead other NBA stars in a speech to open the ESPYs, inspiring other athletes to take action.
This season in the NFL, Colin Kaepernick has been leading a silent protest to draw attention to police brutality. But, he’s also been hosting a “Know Your Rights” camp for inner-city youth.
Of course there are other engaged athletes, but these two are the headliners in my opinion.
In this episode of Blacks with Power, I talk with Mike Tillery – Public Enemy #1 of the sports media world, who airs his show every Saturday night on Rapstation.com (yea, Chuck D’s online network…you know…Public Enemy’s Chuck D)
He shares his stories from the field – the conversations he’s had with your favorite competitors, and how these Ballers can empower the community.
Do you agree with him?
Text “BLACKSWITHPOWER” to 44222 and help develop the solutions we need!
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- The Starting Five Live
- Colin Kaepernick Foundation
- LeBron James VOGUE Cover (Yes – we said Vanity Fair…sorry Vanity Fair)
- LeBron James – Akron I Promise
- Etan Thomas
- The Players’ Tribune
U got my support
Thanks be to God! May we be of support to each other and to all.