", New York Liberty player Layshia Clarendon, who used to play for the Dream, tweeted, "I can't believe I ever stepped foot in Kelly's house and shared a meal with her. https://t.co/5baNXQ5orM — ESPN (@espn) July 7, 2020 Senator Kelly Loeffler (R-GA), a co-owner of women’s professional basketball franchise the Atlanta Dream, and strong supporter of President Trump, wrote WNBA … have begun a public show of defiance by wearing T-shirts endorsing the Democratic opponent … WNBA players are trying to oust Atlanta Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler, a Republican U.S. But there's an organization different from the saying, an organization called Black Lives Matter founded on Marxist principles. The players' union has demanded Loeffler be removed as an owner of the Atlanta Dream. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, a co-owner of Atlanta’s professional women’s basketball team who called on the WNBA to drop its support for Black Lives Matter, will not be forced out of the league. Here's one calling out Loeffler for honoring former Democratic candidate Stacey Abrams at a game. And now more than ever, we should be united in our goal to remove politics from sports.". Editorial: Yang and the gang: What the new NYC mayoral candidate brings to the party. There is no room for racism in this country. Loeffler, a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump, wrote, "I adamantly oppose the Black Lives Matter political movement, which has advocated for the defunding of police, called for the removal of Jesus from churches and the disruption of the nuclear family structure, harbored anti-Semitic views, and promoted violence and destruction across the country. Elizabeth Williams has played on the Dream since 2016. The WNBA commissioner rejected the appeal. ", Alysha Clark calls for removal of Dream co-owner after BLM criticism (2:09), Dream co-owner critical of WNBA's BLM initiative, WNBA free agency 2021 grades: Sky, Aces score highest marks, What Wednesday's blockbuster WNBA trades mean and how they impact each team, Fever's flurry yields Allen from Aces, Lynx picks, Sparks get Zahui B.; Aces ink free agent Williams, Potential No. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Georgia, the co-owner of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream who says politics do not belong in sports, doubled down on her stance against the Black Lives Matter movement. Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler is a co-owner of Atlanta's WNBA team. A U.S. senator up for reelection this year stands at the crossroads of politics, business and race. EMMA HURT, BYLINE: Republican Senator Kelly Loeffler is with a few dozen people in downtown Winder, Ga., in the midst of a statewide tour. The team's players have embraced the Black Lives Matter movement while Loeffler … Kelly has had the courage to be able to stand up, and I think Republicans are giving her some credit for that. Then they stood at center court together, trying to grow Stacey's fame. Happy to own us as long as we stay quiet and perform.". Loeffler's ownership stake in the team has become a campaign liability. U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler objected to the WNBA’s plans to honor the Black Lives Matter movement, warning Tuesday that subscribing to a “particular political agenda undermines the … Marxism supports socialism. But I think, again, at the end of the day, the movement and what we as players stand for is a movement of unity, is a movement of justice. HURT: She says it was disappointing to read Loeffler's statements, especially because the league is made up of about 80% Black women. The Democratic candidate and Loeffler's challenger said be believes the Republican Senator is on the "wrong side of history" for her stance on Black Lives Matter. Whether you oppose or support the BLM agenda, it’s inarguable that it’s a political movement. Here's Emma Hurt of our member station WABE. This is really a primary by a different name. HURT: Loeffler objected to the WNBA and its union's decision to put Black Lives Matter slogans on warm-up gear and jerseys. Loeffler – who was recently cleared of insider trading charges by the U.S. Justice Department — continued that no one consulted her about the WNBA-BLM social justice messaging. Politics, by its very definition and especially so in America’s two-party system, is divisive. Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Georgia) sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert on Tuesday objecting to the league’s plans for honoring the Black Lives Matter movement — … (2:09). The WNBA and its union also agreed to honor women such as Sandra Bland, Breonna Taylor and Vanessa Guillen, who have died in connection with police action or alleged racial violence. HURT: Meanwhile, the entire Atlanta Dream roster has split with Loeffler over supporting Black Lives Matter. KELLY LOEFFLER: Let me say a few words about some news that I've been in recently. Kelly Loeffler has had ties to the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream for the past decade. ", A number of current and former WNBA players, including Sheryl Swoopes, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Natasha Cloud, Alysha Clark and Sue Bird, have asked Engelbert to remove Loeffler as co-owner of the Dream. Georgia Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler is not a fan of the WNBA's decision to have players sport "Black Lives Matter" and "Say Her Name" on their jerseys, and she let the league commissioner know it. Copyright © 2020 NPR. Swoopes tweeted that the "WNBA MUST do better. NPR transcripts are created on a rush deadline by Verb8tm, Inc., an NPR contractor, and produced using a proprietary transcription process developed with NPR. In a time when polarizing politics is as divisive as ever, sports has the power to be a unifying antidote. HURT: While Loeffler argued that her stand was about removing politics from sports, it's difficult to ignore the context in which it's happening. BLM war on Kelly Loeffler escalates – Sell shares in WNBA team, or else 0 Conservative Culture , Senator Kelly Loeffler is running for her first full term in the U.S. Senate after being appointed to fill the seat vacated by Johnny Isakson last December. Loeffler also made a rather common-sense argument that sports should be a platform for unity, not division. Why the WNBA can’t wait: Kelly Loeffler should get the Donald Sterling boot. Players for the Atlanta Dream and other teams across the W.N.B.A. The fact that a U.S. senator is publicly calling out the WNBA is interesting enough. BRIAN ROBINSON: It's really the only option that the Loeffler campaign had. Brian Robinson is a Republican strategist and communications consultant. Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.), who co-owns the Atlanta Dream franchise, said she fears that the WNBA's public support for the Black Lives Matter movement could drive some fans away. UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: (Singing) Here's a story of a woman named Kelly, who invited Stacey Abrams to her game. The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record. Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols, who has endorsed Loeffler and introduced her at the Winder event, says this is resonating. Clarendon told ABC News Live on Tuesday: "That's what we see so often with sports, with culture, with music is that you're OK with Black people as long as they kind of stay in their place or they're performing or they're sports stars. We cannot have it. The team's players have embraced the Black Lives Matter movement while Loeffler has called on the WNBA to drop its support for BLM. What makes Loeffler's complaint carry more weight is she's a HURT: Loeffler says she's standing up for people who feel attacked for voicing conservative beliefs. All rights reserved. Loeffler was responding to the WNBA's having approved displaying "Black Lives Matter" prominently on courts at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, where the league will hold its season. ELIZABETH WILLIAMS: It's clear that she's trying to use the idea of Black Lives Matter and, like, politicizing it for her gain. “We’re not going to force her to sell her ownership," said WNBA commissioner Cathy … Skip Navigation. 1 pick Collier not focused on draft, Trades net Dallas No. "Though I was not consulted about -- nor do I agree with the League's decision in this matter, I am proposing a common-sense recommendation to ensure we reflect the values of freedom and equality for all," she wrote. Sen. Kelly Loeffler has not served as a Governor of the Atlanta Dream since October 2019 and is no longer involved in the day-to-day business of the team. Raphael Warnock called her statements the worst kind of politics. BLM war on Kelly Loeffler escalates – Sell shares in WNBA team, or else Karen Townsend Posted at 10:01 pm on September 9, 2020 Senator Kelly Loeffler is running for her first full term in the U.S. Senate after being appointed to fill the seat vacated by Johnny Isakson last December. This is not a general. adamwells1985 In the letter, Loeffler said that she thinks adding the American flag to jerseys and licensed apparel would be a "common-sense" solution. She co-owns Atlanta's women's pro basketball team, and she's been criticized for pressing the league to drop its support of the Black Lives Matter movement. That's why the players' recent resounding rebuke of Sen. Kelly Loeffler of Georgia, co-owner of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream was such a proud moment for me -- and I'm sure, many other WNBA … What does Candace Parker's move mean for the Chicago Sky, the Los Angeles Sparks and the WNBA? ROBINSON: Let's be serious. "The truth is, we need less—not more politics in sports. — Kelly Loeffler (@KLoeffler) July 7, 2020. ", E-N-O-U-G-H!O-U-T!https://t.co/XgIS2vRb2X, The WNBA issued a statement Tuesday saying, "The WNBA is based on the principle of equal and fair treatment of all people and we, along with the teams and players, will continue to use our platforms to vigorously advocate for social justice. HURT: Collins is running ads about it. Sen. Loeffler on 'wrong side of history' for stance on WNBA highlighting BLM movement, Democratic challenger says Rev. Atlanta WNBA Players Endorse Senate Candidate Raphael Warnock Over Their Team Owner Kelly Loeffler Loeffler attacked the Black Lives Matter movement this … (CNN) The WNBA is no stranger to issues of social justice. The Seattle Storm's Alysha Clark denounces the statements made by Atlanta Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler about the WNBA's Black Lives Matter initiatives. Accuracy and availability may vary. It's actually really hurtful to see her true colors I had no idea while I played for ATL she felt this way. You know, it's really sad to see ... like, as angry as I am, I'm really hurt because, particularly for a woman to do that as well, just kind of cuts the knife in a little bit deeper, and for sure, for her to be so divisive, I think it's really tough, and as a Black woman, as a queer woman playing in sports, you know, my existence is political like sport is, and so I think it was funny to ask the flag as well. And, like, that's on her if that's what she wants to do. Alysha Clark calls for removal of Dream co-owner after BLM criticism (2:09) The Seattle Storm's Alysha Clark denounces the statements made by Atlanta Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler about the WNBA… She is in a tough campaign and under pressure in her business. Republican Kelly Loeffler joins the president today as he visits Georgia. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Georgia, told ESPN she does not intend to sell her stake in the Atlanta Dream despite the WNBA's embrace of Black Lives Matter. Atlanta Dream, WNBA team co-owned by former U.S. senator Kelly Loeffler, on verge of being sold; Tell Us A Little About Yourself And Well Reveal Which Bridgerton Brother You Are On The Inside; Few people, thousands of flags, massive security: Surreal … Atlanta Dream 'close To Being Sold' After Players Resent Co-owner Loeffler's BLM Stance According to recent reports, WNBA team Atlanta Dream – co-owned by Kelly Loeffler – will soon be sold where the former will have no association with it. Tuesday, the organization distanced itself from Sen. Kelly Loeffler of Georgia, a co-owner of … "I believe we should put an American flag on every jersey. ECHOLS: I think a lot of Republicans are very sympathetic to the attack that's being placed on her right now, and I think this has helped her. Look; we have a situation our country. LOEFFLER: I think it's a really uninformed, political, reactive statement that just divides our country. Sue Bird celebrates as Carmelo Anthony announces son Kiyan's high school hoop dreams, Griner feels 'amazing' after mental health break, Taurasi: Play in bubble inspired her to return, Thomas, likely out for '21, re-signs with Sun, Parker's Chicago homecoming aided by NBA tips, Free agent Gray, Aces agree to multiyear deal, WNBA free agency 2021: Top players to watch and team-by-team needs, WNBA's having approved displaying "Black Lives Matter" prominently on courts, WNBA players to honor Breonna Taylor on jerseys. ", She told Engelbert that she was "incredibly disappointed to read about efforts to insert a political platform into the league," adding, "The truth is, we need less -- not more politics in sports. WILLIAMS: I think it's, like, ironic for her to make these statements and for her to still want to be associated with the team. HURT: Robinson says Loeffler also has to go on the offense to win over Georgia's Republican base because while she is in a free-for-all special election, she's basically competing for the Republican spot in a likely runoff election in January. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at www.npr.org for further information. Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler is a co-owner of Atlanta's WNBA team. This text may not be in its final form and may be updated or revised in the future. However, as we previously reported, due to controversial statements she’s made regarding players supporting the … Include it in our licensed apparel for players, coaches and fans. — Kelly Loeffler (@KLoeffler) July 8, 2020. Atlanta Dream Atlanta Dream Co-Owner Kelly Loeffler Criticizes Players, BLM After WNBA Protest Adam Wells @. TIM ECHOLS: With no further ado, welcome with me our senator, Kelly Loeffler. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, co-owner of the Atlanta Dream, has written WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert to express her opposition to the Black Lives Matter movement and ask the league to put an American flag on every jersey. Doug Collins had attacked Loeffler over the WNBA and the Dream's partnership with Planned Parenthood. Kelly Loeffler blasts BLM as 'radical organization with a Marxist platform' Georgia Republican opposes WNBA's plan to promote Black Lives Matter on court Sen. Kelly Loeffler, … Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.), co-owner of the Atlanta Dream, has written WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert to express her opposition to the Black Lives Matter movement and ask the league to put an American flag on every jersey when play resumes later this month. She's had only months to introduce herself to voters after being appointed in December, and a letter she wrote to the WNBA last week has made an impression. I believe it is totally misaligned with the values and goals of the WNBA and the Atlanta Dream, where we support tolerance and inclusion. Loeffler has co-owned the Atlanta Dream, a WNBA's franchise, since 2011. WNBA players showed support for Sen. Kelly Loeffler’s opponent Raphael Warnock in the U.S. Senate race in Georgia on Tuesday prior to the day’s slate of games. "So now that we're kind of taking our power back and asking for, you know, better placing in communities, we're asking for more resources to be poured in, I think it is uncomfortable. 1 pick, NY lands Howard, Dream's Montgomery retires after 11 seasons, Storm add veteran Dupree as Langhorne retires, Mystics re-sign Charles after missed '20 season, Lapchick: WNBA sets remarkable standard for racial and gender hiring, Free agent Sue Bird will be back with Seattle Storm -- just not right away. Georgia senator Kelly Loeffler, a co-owner of the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream, wrote a letter to the league’s commissioner spelling out her concerns with the WNBA’s embrace of Black Lives Matter. And in a league that has always sought tolerance, it's pretty shocking. HURT: Loeffler has said she won't back away from her ownership stake, despite the blowback. The “cancel culture” opportunists immediately descended on Loeffler for rightly giving preference to a national symbol of unity rather than the words of a leftist political movement, with the WNBA players union explicitly calling for her ouster.
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