Dossier
Black athletes
Coverage of Black athletes in the Nexus archive.
- Calls for Black athletes to boycott SEC schools miss the strategic moment
The NAACP's call for Black athletes to boycott SEC schools is described as well-intentioned but strategically flawed, as it places the burden of protest on athletes without providing necessary support or protection.
- States that don’t want Black voters don’t deserve Black athletes
The article argues that states which do not value Black voters should not expect to retain Black athletes. It highlights a Black worker's right in 2026 to consider whether a state's tax policies align with fair voting rights.
- NAACP’s harmful boycott: Letters to the Editor — May 25, 2026
The NAACP is accused of encouraging Black athletes to boycott universities in southern states undergoing redistricting. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries criticizes the NAACP for allegedly using fear tactics and perpetuating racism.