A far cry from 'shut up and dribble:' In 2024 presidential election, athletes are making their voices heard
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The NBA's commitment to Election Day exemplifies a profound shift in sports culture, emphasizing civic responsibility over entertainment. Athletes like LeBron James play pivotal roles in this change.
'It's unusual. We don't usually change the schedule for an external event,' James Cadogan emphasized. However, 'voting and Election Day are obviously unique and incredibly important to our democracy.'
LeBron James founded 'More Than A Vote' to ensure that Black Americans' rights to register and vote are protected, especially in the wake of social injustices.
Athletes are now more vocal in politics than before, as evidenced by James's endorsement of Kamala Harris, reflecting their commitment to influencing the democratic process.
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