Come Quote by Herm Edwards
“When you talk about domestic violence, it's not just athletes that are involved in it. Our society has really done a poor job of addressing it. And it needs to come to the forefront.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN SportsCenter, 2015
Domestic violence affects many people beyond athletes; society often neglects it, needing urgent attention.
In simple terms: Violence isn’t limited to sports stars; we must address it broadly.
Key Takeaway
Raise awareness and demand action.
Themes
social justice
violence prevention
media responsibility
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
advocacy
call‑to‑action
When to use this quote
- community education
- policy reform
- support services
- media coverage
Key Concepts
systemic bias
public health
cultural attitudes
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we involve non‑sports communities in the conversation?
- What policies could reduce domestic violence?
A Different Perspective
Changing attitudes is slow and may face resistance.
![“The coverage [of crimes] is different. It's less angry when white [athletes] are involved, less accusatory, less judgemental. I see that in the pieces that are written and reported. At times it bothers me to the point that I just stop reading...just stop.” quote by Michael Wilbon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c8b/michael-wilbon-21629_angry_the-coverage-of-crimes-is-different-it-s_1379418.jpg)
