The Georgia Bulldogs football community is assuring that their voice is being heard following the tragic death of George Floyd. Kirby Smart issued a statement following the emergence of protests.
Numerous legendary Georgia Bulldogs made sure the voice their opinions on the issue of racism. Constant themes of their messages include: unification, helping others, positivity, and being actively involved.
Here’s what arguably the greatest Georgia Bulldog of all-time, Herschel Walker, said to everybody:
We are better than this-let's unite together! What we need to do is fill out our Census papers to let people know we exist & register to vote and choose people who can make a change!.@FoxNews @CNN @realDonaldTrump @MSNBC @espn pic.twitter.com/gIMra0BFt6
— Herschel Walker (@HerschelWalker) June 2, 2020
Georgia basketball coach Tom Crean suggests everyone do their best to make a positive environment for all and help others:
— Tom Crean (@TomCrean) May 31, 2020
Former NFL and University of Georgia linebacker Rennie Curran gives a good, simple metaphor for the ways people can help out during these times.
For all those who are not sure what to do or say during these times. pic.twitter.com/ZWTiEyBqfu
— Rennie Curran (@RennieCurran53) June 2, 2020
Georgia Bulldog great Benjamin Watson, someone who is very familiar with the topic of social justice, noted the importance of focusing on the youth:
Our children need to understand issues of race, class and culture. Educate them, listen to them and be intentional. Our future depends on it. @gmfb pic.twitter.com/bAQAd74FFz
— Benjamin Watson (@BenjaminSWatson) June 1, 2020
University of Georgia wide receiver coach Cortez Hankton had a powerful message to share as well. Hankton’s message goes deeper and gives three rules to live by:
We all got into this profession for a reason… to lead, love, and develop. More importantly to be role models. What you STAND for means everything! Just my thoughts. Just my heart. pic.twitter.com/lqMx604hc1
— Cortez Hankton Jr. (@Coach_Hankton) May 30, 2020
It’s clear dwelling on negativity and inaction won’t help future generations and the present day be better for all. Lots of wisdom is being imparted out there and this is just a small slice of the pie. The entire subject goes much deeper beyond Georgia football.
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