The Rapinoe Effect: When Activism Meets Mainstream Media Megan Rapinoe's unapologetic activism has been a thorn in the side of those who prefer sports to be a distraction from the world's troubles.
Her decision to kneel during the national anthem, echoing Colin Kaepernick's protest, sparked heated debates about patriotism and free speech.
The fact that HBO is now set to distribute a documentary about Rapinoe's life, crafted by Rebeca Huntt, signals a shift in the platform's approach to storytelling.