Sha’Carri Richardson

USA's Sha'Carri Richardson won't be allowed to run in the Olympic 100-meter race due to a one-month ban for a positive marijuana test. 

People are saying this is blatant racism. 

Thoughts? 

Let’s see what the blue check marks have to say. 

“Imagine recalling that time Ryan Lochte faked an entire robbery, lied about it, tried to argue he wasn't old enough to know better, & was still allowed to compete, then still choosing to argue that the decision to keep Sha'Carri from running in the Olympics isn't racist.” 

“This is such bullshit. Ryan Lochte caused an international incident and that asshole still gets to compete.” 

“I keep forgetting that we aren’t allowed to make mistakes. We aren’t allowed to grieve. We aren’t allowed to be. Gotta keep that in mind with all these inane ass takes flying across the tl.” 

@LaKaine6 

“It's a God damn rule. I ran track and pro at that and had to follow ALL Olympic guidelines. Yes I'm BLACK and rules are the rules. FOLLOW THEM!!! You train all that time to get here and WEED IS WHAT YOUR RISKING IT FOR???. You are RESPONSIBLE for what goes in your body.!! Damn!” 

Like I said to my wife when she brought it up, the IOC has the most stringent drug policy if any sports governing body. Her, and her handlers, need to be aware of this. You don't just decide to be a track star. It's a life's work, which means from a very young age you should be aware of the IOC's drug policies. This isn't racist. If she were white, or fucking lavender, the rules would be the rules.

Watched her all through the trials including in person for her opening heat. My wife loved her. Shit happens. Next woman up.

@StumpTownStu

 You actually watch the olympics? Interesting 

Kenny Powers said it best. “ I play real sports, not trying to be the best at exercising”