Barack Obama Speaks Out in Support of NBA and WNBA Protests After Jacob Blake's Shooting
etonline.comBarack Obama is sharing his support for the NBA and WNBA athletes and coaches who are making their voices heard. The former president took to Twitter on Wednesday night to express his appreciation.«I commend the players on the @Bucks for standing up for what they believe in,» Obama wrote, referring to the decision made by the Milwaukee Bucks to boycott their scheduled playoff game against the Orlando Magic in the wake of Jacob Blake's shooting by police.Obama went on to commend «coaches like @DocRivers, and the @NBA and @WNBA for setting an example.»«It’s going to take all our institutions to stand up for our values,» the 59-year-old added.I commend the players on the @Bucks for standing up for what they believe in, coaches like @DocRivers,.
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