Chris Kluwe
Former NFL Player | LGBTQ Advocacy & Social Justice
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Chris Kluwe is a former NFL player who made headlines advocating for LGBTQ rights and social justice. As the punter for the Minnesota Vikings, he gained a reputation for his outspoken support of same-sex marriage.
Kluwe has written extensively on these issues, including his 2013 Deadspin article that criticized a coach's anti-gay views. Since retiring from the NFL, he has continued his activism, speaking out against discrimination and using his platform to drive progress on important societal issues.
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How augmented reality will change sports ... and build empathy
Chris Kluwe wants to look into the future of sports and think about how technology will help not just players and coaches, but fans. Here the former NFL punter envisions a future in which augmented reality will help people experience sports as if they are directly on the field -- and maybe even help them see others in a new light, too.
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