Two Black Quarterbacks- Pain and Elation of a People
Reading Black history is both inspiring and depressing. So much pain, so much waste, yet so much perseverance and achievement. From entertainment pass times like music and football to the most serious issues like education and medicine, Black people have faced rejection, skepticism, and degradation. At times they faced death threats and violence, all of which brought questions about self-worth and enormous and unfair pressure for perfection. Yet, as a people, we succeed and continue to rise.
Read NYTimes: Black Quarterbacks in the Super Bowl Reflect Progress and Lost Opportunity
The disappointment, broken dreams, and achievements on the road to Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurt facing each other on the field as AFC and NFC champion quarterbacks cannot be seen by watching today’s game. In fact, we will never fully understand the rage, frustration, and elation felt by Black players who made today’s historic event possible. But we can read about it and attempt to learn more. We can do all we can to overcome all forms of racism and bigotry to ensure all people here at home and abroad are treated as equals.
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Read a short historical experience of Black quarterbacks leading up to the historical moment we see today with Parick Mahomes and Jalen Hurt, the first time two Black quarterbacks face each other in the Super Bowl.
