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Silence and Self-Preservation: Defiance, Censorship and Cowardice in the Context of Hockey

A feature that takes a look at some historical reference points taking a stand for what’s right in the sporting world.

Colin Kaepernick. Curt Flood. Frank Serpico. Three who sacrificed their own well-being for the betterment of others. True leaders.

Now is the time to push boundaries. Now is the time for action. In the United States of America, at least 25 major cities have imposed curfews as a response to the public’s outrage over police brutality and racism. Society has reached a tipping point. Riots are taking place all over the U.