“Especially in America, the Story We’re Told Just Doesn’t Add Up”: Megan Rapinoe Once Revealed the Words That Forever Changed Her Perspective on Her Country

Megan Rapinoe is undoubtedly one of the most influential athletes in the world. She was a part of the team that won the gold medal in the 2012 Olympic games. Apart from that, she co-captained the United States Women’s Soccer team to win the World Cup in 2019. Rapinoe is also an activist and fights for social issues using her voice for the betterment of society.

The star soccer player is famous for her outspoken and fearless personality. Her on and off-field charisma separates her from fellow team members. Despite facing a lot of criticism for her activism, she did not step back.

Megan Rapinoe opens up on a change in her perspective

Megan Rapinoe’s worldwide popularity makes her fans always curious to know what is going on in her life. Fans want to know how she spends her free time, her daily training routine, and other aspects of her life. The captain of the OL Reign opened up on all such questions from her fans in an interview.

In an interview with Vanity Fair, Megan was asked about the books that she reads and a book that made an impact on her. Responding to that question she said, “Ta-Nehisi Coates’s We Were Eight Years in Power.” She opened up other books she read over the years. “I’d read a couple of the essays during the Obama years but putting them all together and being able to think about our country from that perspective—that was amazing”, said Rapinoe.

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Further elaborating on how Obama’s essays helped her change her perspective, she said, “I felt it put together the puzzle of society. Especially in America, the story we’re told just doesn’t add up. You don’t just work hard and then you’re successful. That’s not how it goes.”

Megan’s life as an activist

Alongside her illustrious soccer career, Megan is very famous for her activism. Ever since she rose to fame, Megan has always taken part in social campaigns for the betterment of society. Amassing over 2.2 million followers on Instagram, Megan takes her influence seriously. She makes sure to use her influence to create a positive impact on society.

MANHATTAN, NY – JULY 10: Megan Rapinoe #15 of the United States gives an impassioned speech on the steps of City Hall after the ticker tape parade down Broadway and through the Canyon of Heroes. (Photo by Ira L. Black/Corbis via Getty Images)

Megan participated in various campaigns focused on ending gender discrimination in society. She has also been relentless in her effort to gather support for the LGBTQ community. The champion soccer player believes that inclusivity is very important for the betterment of society.

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