I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).
A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.
for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).
A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.
For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.
(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging).
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Jul 14 @ 6:16 AM ET
I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).
A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.
for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).
A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.
For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.
(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging). - MaximusAurelius
Location: Tavares is sledge hockey level - Islesrbettr, ON Joined: 08.02.2006
Jul 14 @ 6:54 AM ET
I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).
A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.
for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).
A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.
For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.
(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging). - MaximusAurelius
I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).
A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.
for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).
A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.
For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.
(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging). - MaximusAurelius
Extra: Billion dollar sports corporation owned by oligopolistic telecommunications giants is the harbinger of communism
Location: Turning a new Leaf, CA Joined: 09.29.2010
Jul 14 @ 8:19 AM ET
I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).
A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.
for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).
A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.
For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.
(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging). - MaximusAurelius
You are NOT racist for posting an opinion. You have my support.
Also, what about First Nations, and other groups? Why is BLM, an outgrowth of events and politics in USA, being foisted upon Canada...?
Location: Turning a new Leaf, CA Joined: 09.29.2010
Jul 14 @ 8:20 AM ET
(frank) off, fascist. - Steven_Seagull
You are the FASCIST. YOU are who you claim not to be.
You are trying to stifle people's voice and opinions on an opinion site. You are applying classic commie tactics using the site authority to come after people like stammer, max, jfj, Drexel, myself, etc etc...