In our final Outsports Pride conversation during Pride month, we looked ahead to the rest of the year that will feature a high-profile Presidential election and other political contests.
These three amazing LGBTQ people in sports have entered the world of politics. We talked about the steps involved in making the transition into politics, different entry points, skills learned in sports that lead to success in politics and other issues. We also talked with them about where they are putting their strongest efforts over the next six months.
The conversation featured:
- Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS)
- Anthony Nicodemo, coach, athletic director & President, Hudson Valley Stonewall Democrats
- Akil Patterson, former athlete & President/CEO, Community Advocacy Consultants
Each of them brought a different perspective to the conversation, from community activist to union head to sitting U.S. Congresswoman. It’s an insightful, powerful, illuminating conversation.
