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Inductee Number Fifty-Eight: Those Supporting the IAAF Rule on Testosterone Levels in Women

Late last week, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) upheld the (misogynistic and racist) International Association of Athletics Federations(IAAF) rule about testosterone levels in women racing in middle-distance athletics events. While the ruling applies to all runners in that category, it’s clear that the ruling exists because Caster Semenya is a better athlete that… Continue reading Inductee Number Fifty-Eight: Those Supporting the IAAF Rule on Testosterone Levels in Women

Essays · Family · Friendship

You Want To Stop Talking About Race (and you’re white)

Recently I posted some suggestions about how to interact with family members who might be a little bit racist. I wanted to take some time to expand on the premise, especially in light of an article that’s been going around. I think we need to talk a bit about the difference in expectations we have… Continue reading You Want To Stop Talking About Race (and you’re white)