Kobe Bryant once LASHED out at Donald Trump for creating division among people claiming he could never ‘Make America great again’
How Kobe Bryant challenged Donald Trump’s rhetoric and policies in a viral tweet
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Kobe Bryant was more than a basketball legend. He was also a vocal advocate for social justice and a critic of Donald Trump, the former president of the United States. Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash in 2020 along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others, had publicly called out Trump’s divisive and hateful rhetoric and policies in a tweet that went viral.
Bryant’s tweet came in 2017 when Trump had rescinded an invitation to the White House for Stephen Curry, a star player from the Golden State Warriors who had expressed his disinterest in visiting. Trump’s move sparked outrage from many NBA players and coaches, who defended Curry and slammed Trump’s behavior.
Bryant was among them, and he tweeted: “A #POTUS whose name alone creates division and anger. Whose words inspire dissension and hatred can’t possibly ‘Make America Great Again‘”
Bryant’s tweet resonated with more than 348,000 people who liked it and more than 165,000 who retweeted it. It also earned him praise from his former teammate LeBron James, who had called Trump a “bum” in another tweet. Bryant and James were both outspoken supporters of racial equality and social justice, and they had participated in protests against police brutality and systemic racism.
Bryant’s stance against Trump was not surprising, given his own background and values. Bryant was born in Philadelphia to a black father and a white mother. He was exposed to different cultures and languages from an early age, and he developed a global perspective and respect for diversity.
How Kobe Bryant inspired millions of fans around the world with his talent and work ethic?
Kobe Bryant was not only a social justice advocate but also an inspiration to millions of fans around the world who admired his talent and work ethic. Bryant had an incredible career that spanned 20 seasons in the NBA, all with the Lakers. He was one of the most prolific scorers in history, ranking fourth on the all-time list with 33,643 points. He also won five NBA championships with the Lakers and two Olympic gold medals with Team USA in 2008 and 2012.
Bryant was known for his fierce competitiveness and his relentless pursuit of excellence. He had a nickname: “Black Mamba”, which he adopted to represent his alter ego on the court. He said that the mamba mentality was about being fearless, confident, resilient, and focused.
Bryant’s influence extended beyond the United States, as he had a global fan base that spanned different continents, cultures, and languages. He was especially popular in China, where he visited several times and where he had millions of followers on social media. He was also admired in Europe, where he had played as a teenager and where he had learned soccer skills that he later incorporated into his basketball game.
Bryant’s death shocked and saddened the world, as people from all walks of life paid tribute to him and expressed their condolences to his family. Many celebrities, athletes, politicians, and public figures shared their memories and admiration for Bryant on social media and in public statements. Among them was former President Barack Obama
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