A majority of Americans think professional athletes should be required to stand for the national anthem, and nearly two-thirds of residents consider the anthem to be a symbol of Americans’ rights and freedoms. However, Americans divide about whether or not it is disrespectful for a player or team to refuse […] Read more »
How Effective Were the Semi-Apologies of Trump and Lochte?
Two high-profile but vaguely worded apologies have dominated the news of late. … Will these carefully worded comments absolve these high-profile figures in the minds of the American public? A study published earlier this year suggests it’s unlikely, although Lochte might fare slightly better than Trump. CONT. Tom Jacobs, Pacific […] Read more »
Majority of Americans: Cancel, Delay or Move Brazil Olympics Because of Zika
As some athletes announce that they are pulling out or considering pulling out of the summer Olympic Games in Brazil because of concerns about Zika virus, most Americans favor the idea that the Games should be cancelled, postponed or moved to another country. CONT. Annenberg Public Policy Center Read more »
Muhammad Ali: ‘What’s My Name?’
The three-time world champion boxer Muhammad Ali has died. Current and former New York Times reporters and columnists talk about their memories of him and how he became an international icon. Gabe Johnson, New York Times Read more »
Washington Post Poll: 9 in 10 Native Americans aren’t offended by Redskins name
Nine in 10 Native Americans say they are not offended by the Washington Redskins name, according to a new Washington Post poll that shows how few ordinary Indians have been persuaded by a national movement to change the football team’s moniker. CONT. John Woodrow Cox, Scott Clement & Theresa Vargas, […] Read more »
Fans think Cam Newton faces criticism more for on-field actions than race
A larger percentage of NFL fans believe that Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton faces criticism because of his actions on the field than because of his race, according to a survey produced for ESPN by Langer Research Associates and released Wednesday. CONT. ESPN.com Read more »