I know this sounds weird, but getting hurt was one of the best things that ever happened to me. It really gave me a different perspective. Before, everything was going how it was supposed to be and I wasn't really… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
I think it's kind of awkward when everyone knows you're gay but you don't say it. I had been thinking about coming out for almost a year before I did. I thought about it seriously on the plane ride home… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
Being a woman, we talk about equal pay all the time. We're not talking about if you're black or if you are Latina. I… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
The more I've been able to learn about gay rights and equal pay and gender equity and racial inequality, the more that it all… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
Just emotionally, as amazing as it is to win the World Cup, it's emotionally draining in many ways. — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
The kneeling and everything, I think it really only sort of solidifies who I am as a person and the things that I stand… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
We didn't lose a game at home for two years. What are we missing? We have the product on the field. We're exciting. — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
I've always been a risk taker. Growing up, I had a lot of freedom and room to roam and do what I wanted, and… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
A typical week of training leading up to a major championship is like the sprinkling of parsley at the end of a dish. It's… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
I can understand if you think that I'm disrespecting the flag by kneeling, but it is because of my utmost respect for the flag… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
I'm totally obsessed with Tilda Swinton. She has this strange, beautiful sexiness about her. I love everything she does. And I love her hair.… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
When I take a knee, I am facing the flag with my full body, staring straight into the heart of our country's ultimate symbol… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
I guess [coming out publicly] seems like a weight off my shoulders. I’ve been playing a lot better than I’ve ever played before. I… — Megan Rapinoe Copy Share Image
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