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Athletes taking a stand against controversial issues

University of Missouri president resigns amid student-athlete protests. Tim Wolfe stepped down after continued criticism of his handling of racial issues. This was announced a day after the school football team announced that they would not participate in football activities until Wolfe stepped down.

Being in the spotlight grants athletes the oppurtunity to send a message for those without that same platform. Throughout history, sports stars have taken a stand against issues they feel passionate about. Small and big, these gestures reveal the power of protest.