Overview
This first panel in the series is a one-hour moderated discussion among Jackie Robinson’s daughter, Sharon Robinson, who is also an author and educator, and described her father’s contribution to civil rights during his lifetime; civil rights historian Taylor Branch; MLS Hall of Famer Cobi Jones; and NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott.
Topics included:
- The impact of sports on society with respect to attitudes towards race and racism
- How sports can and should right their own ships with respect to inclusion and equity for people of color in sports