Draymond Green Catches Heat For Wanting An End To Black History Month

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 13: Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green #23 takes questions from the media during practice at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. (Jane Tyska/Digital First Media/East Bay Times via Getty Images)
Draymond doesn't understand why Black history isn't simply celebrated all year.

It's March 1, so Black History Month in the U.S. has concluded, but Draymond Green believes we should eliminate the celebration altogether. That doesn't necessarily mean that the Golden State Warriors star wants to cease honoring Black history, but he did share his grievances with it receiving the shortest month out of the year. Green conveyed his thoughts during a recent press conference and acknowledged wearing a Black History Month shirt. He explained why this was unusual for him.

"This is actually the first time you've seen me in a Black History Month shirt all Black History Month, and it's very intentional," Green told the press. Then, he eased into his opinion. "And I really just threw this shirt on because I didn't have another shirt to throw on. But Black History Month, at some point, can we get rid of it? Like, at some point?"

Draymond Green Calls For An End To BHM

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 13: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors handles the ball during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 13, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Bucks defeated the Warriors 128-111. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Of course, this take came as a shock to viewers. However, Green explained that he advocates for teaching Black history, but it shouldn't be relegated to just one month. The basketball icon also spoke on recent political controversies about Black history being banned in schools. It's something that Green finds frustrating, and he didn't mince words when detailing his thoughts.

"Why we got to keep getting the shortest month to celebrate our history? You got governors wanting to take our history out of schools. And I'm not going to be the fool to go say, yeah, we can celebrate it for 28 days. So at some point, I'd like to get rid of it. It's—you know, we're making all these changes in the world. Can't talk about these people, can't talk about those people. Can't say this, can't say that.

A Yearlong Celebration

"At some point, it's time to get rid of Black History Month," Green concluded. "Not get rid of Black history, like they're trying to do. But Black History Month? No. Teach my history from January 1 to December 31. And then do it again, and then again, and then again, and then again. That's what I'd like to see." Check it out above.

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Erika Marie
Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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