Wetzel advocates for unity in sports over political divides
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Dan Wetzel writes that sports should serve as a unifying force rather than a political divider. In his commentary, Wetzel discusses a troubling image from the University of Texas' victory party that he argues reflects the American dream. He emphasizes the need for sports to bring people together rather than highlight societal divisions, particularly following significant events in college sports.
- •Dan Wetzel argues for sports as a uniting force.
- •He reflects on an image from UT's victory party.
- •Wetzel emphasizes the impact of division in sports.
- •The commentary resonates amid changes in college sports.
- 8:17 PMESPN — Wetzel: Sports should be a unifier, not a political divider
"The image Bo French found troubling in UT's victory party was actually the American dream, Wetzel writes.
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