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NFL Drops 'End Racism' Slogan for Super Bowl, Opts for 'Choose Love'

The NFL replaces the 'End Racism' slogan with 'Choose Love' and 'It Takes All of Us' for Super Bowl LIX amid recent tragedies.

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The NFL's decision to remove the "End Racism" message for the Super Bowl is a troubling departure from a commitment that should be upheld, especially at a time when societal issues are still at the forefront.
NFL Will Not Include ‘End Racism’ Message in Super Bowl End Zone for First Time Since 2021
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The NFL's choice to stencil 'Choose Love' in the end zone reflects an understanding of its influential role in the national conversation, aiming to uplift a country fatigued by recent tragedies.
NFL is stenciling 'Choose Love' in an end zone for the Super Bowl to uplift country after tragedies
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The NFL's decision to replace the slogan "End Racism" with "Choose Love" and "It Takes All of Us" signals a shift in focus that may contradict its previous commitments to diversity and equity, raising questions about the sincerity of its efforts in the face of ongoing social issues.
NFL Removes 'End Racism' from End Zones for Super Bowl LIX
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The absence of the "End Racism" message at this year's Super Bowl hints at the NFL's uneasy balancing act between social justice advocacy and the political sensitivities surrounding high-profile figures like Donald Trump.
NFL Ditches 'End Racism' Message for Super Bowl
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Feb 4th, 2025, 8:29 PM ET

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In a notable change for Super Bowl LIX, the NFL will not feature the 'End Racism' slogan in the end zones, replacing it with 'Choose Love' and 'It Takes All of Us'. This decision comes after recent national tragedies, including wildfires and a terror attack, prompting NFL officials to shift the messaging to resonate with the current sentiment in the country. Commissioner Roger Goodell emphasizes that the league's diversity efforts will continue despite political pressures. The move occurs while President Donald Trump is set to attend, raising questions about the implications of his presence at the event.

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