Barack Obama hyllar Jason Collins
Igår blev Jason Collins den första öppet homosexuella spelaren i någon av USA:s fyra största sporter. Och han har fått ett enormt stöd hittills. Här är några av reaktionerna.
"I told him I couldn't be prouder. You know, one of the extraordinary measures of progress that we've seen in this country has been the recognition that the LGBT community deserves full equality, not just partial equality, not just tolerance but a recognition that they're wholly a part of the American family,"
– Barack Obama
"Jason has been a widely respected player and teammate throughout his career and we are proud he has assumed the leadership mantle on this very important issue.”
– David Stern
"Proud of Jason Collins. Don't suffocate who you are because of the ignorance of others."
– Kobe Bryant
“I think it’s very noble on his part. I think it’s a strong thing to do. And as NBA players, we’re all one family and we support him"
– LeBron James
Jason's sexuality doesn't change the fact that he is a great friend and was a great teammate.
– Jason Kidd
