WNBA great Caitlin Clark's backlash to White privilege remarks highlights the 'issues with race' in the US.

Caitlin Clark's remarks about White privilege in her interview with Time magazine were criticized by Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe.

The WNBA has been constructed on the foundations of Black athletes, yet one of the Indiana Fever's top players discussed her perceived White privilege.

"To continue to elevate Black women and encourage brands and companies to invest in them is crucial, as Clark stated in the interview last week. He emphasized the importance of highlighting and appreciating the contributions of these players to the league's success."

Clark’s reaction sparked a ton of backlash on social media.

On her latest podcast episode with Rapinoe, Bird stated that the anger surrounding her White privilege comments revealed something about her fan base.

"Bird stated that the group of her fans who are now upset with her acknowledgment were never truly interested in basketball. This demonstrates the existence of racial issues in the country. Bird believes that this proves it and wants to ask some questions."

Bird pondered if there would have been any controversy surrounding the incidents that Clark experienced during her first year as a professional if she were African American.

Bird stated, "I believe she deserves to be Time Athlete of the Year. She has earned it, and she acknowledges her White privilege, which is something I have also had to recognize in my own experience. Although I have won championships and accomplished similar feats, there is another aspect to it that I must also acknowledge."

"In my view, that is simply the reality we inhabit, and to deny its existence is equivalent to asserting that you do not reside in the same world or perceive the same things. This perspective underlies many of the discussions we encounter today, not only in women's basketball but across our nation as a whole."

At the end of the day, her race did not earn any points, as Bird stated.

Rapinoe took a shot at conservatives in her assessment.

The former NWSL star stated that Caitlin's explicit discussion of her White privilege in her quotes or article has been met with criticism and backlash, and that this is the lesson to be learned. She added that conservative media's reaction to Caitlin's comments is simply a display of their true nature.

If fans are upset about her statement and only acknowledge what is true, it suggests a lot. However, speaking directly to it clarifies one's stance, making it clear what beliefs or stance as a white player are being conveyed.

Another thing I'm always mindful of is the divisive narratives that flood the area whenever there is a positive story in women's sports.

To be aware that anytime there is positive or any news in women's sports, it is immediately flooded with insanity and divisive narratives, we must consider how our narratives, likes, and statements are being used as athletes.

"The ecosystem of people in women's sports is complex, involving athletes, fans, owners, and team workers. It is important to be aware of how these groups are used in the meta narrative or divisive narratives surrounding women's sports."

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