Whoopi” and “Respect for Rapinoe” at candlelit vigils in a number of places. In addition to the initial shock, the statement made many face an unsettling reality.
Have we lost the capacity for understanding and respect in the era of social media, when views are spoken instantly and judgments are made quickly?
The choice made by Goldberg and Rapinoe is representative of a wider problem that our society is facing. We tend to overlook the people behind the headlines in our rush to share, react,
And analyze. Their declaration is a sobering reminder of the effects of public life and the need of compassion and understanding.
Rumor has it that if there is a real change in public opinion, the two may change their minds about their choice, as the story still dominates headlines.
