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Sports and Civil Rights: European and American Sports

In the past few years, racist incidents have been on the rise in professional leagues around the world, the most recent case involving Real Madrid player Vinicius Junior in Spanish soccer. Vinicius has been attacked by fans, players, and even the La Liga commissioner. When the commissioner of one of the biggest soccer leagues in the world gets defensive about …

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Bring It On – October 15, 2018

Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton joins hosts Willam Hosea and Amrita Myers, Ph.D. PART ONE Hosts Amrita Myers and William Hosea speak with Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton about affordable housing, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, voting rights, and November’s upcoming midterm elections. PART TWO Myers and Hosea speak about the legacy of George Taliaferro, and introduce upcoming events of interest to listeners. CREDITS …

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Daily Local News – October 10, 2018

Today is the first day of early voting in Indiana; Fifteen Indiana counties are getting a share funds raised through timber sales at state forests; The National Rifle Association endorsed Indiana Republican Senate candidate Mike Braun. FEATURE Indiana University Alum George Taliaferro passed away yesterday at 91 years old. A three-time All-American running back, Taliaferro was the first African-American to be drafted …

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Voices In The Street – Responses to Nike’s Kaepernick Pick

Nike’s decision to feature former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick on an advertisement has reinvigorated the debate over NFL player protests of the slayings of unarmed Black men by police officers. Voices in the Street asks listeners their opinions on Nike’s decision. Voices in the Street is produced by Community Radio, WFHB. This week’s episode was produced by Terick Warner.

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