Don Sterling Exposed as a Racist... Now What?
I managed to refrain from chiming in on the whole Don Sterling debacle mainly because I don't like to give reprehensible behavior any more shine than it deserves. But to put things into perspective:
1st, is it really that surprising that blatant racism still exists? Is it really that surprising that some rich white man is getting richer off the sweat tears and backs of strong able bodied black people & being boisterous about it? Should we still be living this reality? I say no, but unfortunately it's the world we live in.
2nd, does it matter if he was set-up? HELL TO THE NO!!! As far as I'm concerned he's already a racist, he shouldn't get to be a coward to boot... Regardless of that chick's motives HE DESERVED TO BE EXPOSED.
Last, why should those players not play in protest? At the end of the day most of us work for large corporations owned by "old money"... If we travel far enough up the food chain I'm confident we'll find some racist butt-clot in position. So then what... you're gonna quit your job??!! Financial responsibilities be damned??!! I seriously doubt it...
So why call for these men to jeopardize their season, livelihoods, general financial wherewithal, and ultimately their careers to satisfy social outrage?
Should they send a message that in no uncertain terms do they support his "ignant" ass? ABSOLUTELY! Should they make it known to the other owners that this scumbag needs to go? DAMN STRAIGHT! Should they walk away from their contractual obligation to do their jobs? Again, HELL TO THE NO!
The Clipper's owner may be despicable and uncouth but I believe the players are men of integrity and should remain such despite the a$$hole that they work for.
That's my commentary... Take it how you will.