Kevin-Prince Boateng tasks the media to fight against racism

Published on: 23 June 2020

Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng has tasked all sports media outlets to keep fighting against racism.

In the last few weeks, there has been an outcry by many in the world against racism after the death of George Floyd in the USA. Clubs and players have all spoken up against the problem.

Boateng has been no stranger to it and has urged the media to continue the fight till it is eradicated.

"Journalists and editors, don’t let this moment slip away. Don’t forget it after a week," he wrote on The Players Tribune.

"I get that people want to talk about LeBron’s shooting ability or Michael Jordan’s Flu Game. I get that. But there is more important stuff going on right now, and you have a responsibility to cover it."

"So talk about racism. Keep the stories on the front pages and at the top of your sites. Let people read and understand. And keep it coming, this year and the next year and the next. We need it. Interview people. There are so many like me who have stories and feelings about racism. Maybe they can give us some new perspectives on it. Maybe their voices can give those who are staying silent the courage to speak up."

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