'Rather Than Pay Athletes, Show Them Respect'

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Discrimination is everywhere; whether it’s in the workplace, a public domain, school or even at home, we never seem to be rid of judgment. No matter of status, or position can change this, it is simply a part of human behavior. Humans can be inclined to subconsciously profile people, even it if we don’t initially intend to. In the article, “Rather than Pay Athletes, Show Them Respect” the author, Sally Jenkins, explains this dynamic with an application to athletic stereotypes. She begins with her perspective on the lack of respect college athlete’s encounter. Being the same athletes who bring in millions of dollars of revenue for universities, they rarely see any proceeds aside from scholarships and tuition. Jenkins also emphasizes her
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