Former soccer star Megan Rapinoe enjoyed a remarkable career that saw her rise to become one of the sport’s elite players. However, in recent years, her career took a different turn as she embraced activism, including kneeling during the National Anthem, dyeing her hair rainbow colors, and advocating for leftist causes.
Despite her previous success, her career faced challenges, including a critical fumble during the World Cup and departure from Ol Reign due to injury. The Olympic Committee rejected her, Wheaties canceled her champion box, and Nike ended their partnership. The Pro Soccer Hall of Fame distanced itself, citing her as “unsuitable.”
Critics argue that such outcomes demonstrate the risk celebrities and athletes face when aligning with minority viewpoints at the expense of broader public support.
In response to a misrepresented interview, Rapinoe clarified that she is not living in shame due to false beliefs and urged for an end to the fabrication of stories, highlighting concerns about the impact on democracy.
