On a Facebook post earlier this week, my pal Dan postulated on what he felt could be the #1 Sports Story of the 2020 in the United States. At first, I wasn't so sure that I agreed with him, but upon several days of reflection, I believe that he may very well be correct.
The story in question? The display of solidarity by NASCAR drivers, crew members, and executives behind driver Bubba Wallace at Talladega, Alabama this past Monday. It can only be described as uplifting and heartwarming during a time when there is a distinct scarcity of those qualities in our society.
The fact that the FBI determined that the noose (and that is the exact term used in the FBI report: "noose") was already in place, and was not a hate crime specifically detected at Wallace, does not lessen the meaning of the actions by all of NASCAR in support of Wallace on Monday. The quick reaction of NASCAR officials in having this matter investigated promptly is also to be commended.
And am I the only one troubled by the idea that someone in the heart of Alabama several months ago thought that it was a cute and clever idea to fashion a noose to use as a garage door pull down?
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