“Shut up and dribble!” Laura Ingraham once INSULTED LeBron James calling out ‘lack of education’ over his comments against Donald Trump
How LeBron James responded to Laura Ingraham’s disrespectful remarks and why he matters as an athlete and a citizen.
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LeBron James is more than just a basketball superstar. He is a leader, a thinker, a fighter, and a humanitarian. He has used his platform to speak out against racism, injustice, and inequality in America and to support the causes that he believes in.
But not everyone respects his voice or his views. In 2018, Fox News host Laura Ingraham told him to “shut up and dribble” after he criticized President Donald Trump in an interview with ESPN. She said that she was not interested in the political advice from “someone who gets paid $100 million a year to bounce a ball” and that he should “keep the political comments to yourselves.” She also mocked his grammar and intelligence, calling his comments “barely intelligible” and “ungrammatical“
Ingraham’s comments sparked a lot of backlash from many people, including other athletes, celebrities, journalists, and politicians. James himself responded by saying that he would not “shut up and dribble” but rather use his voice to create more awareness and inspire change. He also said that he did not know who Ingraham was until she started an NBA-like trash-talking feud with him.
James has shown that he is not just an athlete who plays basketball for a living. He is also a citizen who cares about his country and his fellow human beings. He is also a role model for millions of people who look up to him.
How LeBron James makes a difference?
LeBron James has been outspoken on social and political issues for years. He follows in the footsteps of legends like Muhammad Ali, Bill Russell, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jackie Robinson, and many others who used their fame and influence to challenge the status quo and fight for justice.
James has a global reach and impact that few can match. He has millions of fans and followers on social media, where he regularly shares his opinions and perspectives on various topics. He has also created his own media company called Uninterrupted, which produces content that showcases the stories and personalities of athletes beyond sports.
James has also been a vocal advocate for racial equality and social justice. He has spoken out against police brutality, systemic racism, voter suppression, and hate crimes. He has also supported movements like Black Lives Matter and More Than A Vote. Moreover, the four-time NBA champion also used his platform to honor the victims of racism and violence, such as Trayvon Martin, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and many others.
James has also been a critic of Donald Trump and his policies. He has called him a “bum,” a “hater,” and a “divider.” He has also accused him of not understanding or caring about the people he is supposed to serve. James has proven that he is not someone who should shut up and dribble. He is someone who should speak up and make a difference.
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