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brooklynite

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Thu Jul 30, 2020, 12:56 PM Jul 2020

Soccer star Megan Rapinoe speaks out about race and change as part of new Nike campaign

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Soccer star Megan Rapinoe says the world has gone through big changes this year when it comes to race and equality but the conversation needs to continue.

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As Rapinoe seeks to continue the conversation, she is starring in a new Nike campaign about athletes advocating for change and standing up for their communities.

The short film is designed to show the commonalities shared by athletes around the world and some of the challenges they must overcome, whether it's bouncing back after an injury, seeking equal rights or handling things that are out of their control, such as the coronavirus pandemic.

You Can't Stop Us" will debut on TV as part of National Basketball Association tipoff on Thursday. The spot will feature a montage of 36 pairs of Nike athletes including LeBron James, Serena Williams and Kaepernick.
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Soccer star Megan Rapinoe speaks out about race and change as part of new Nike campaign (Original Post) brooklynite Jul 2020 OP
"HOW COME THEY GOTTA MAKE EVER'THING POLITICAL?" Aristus Jul 2020 #1
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