Keith Olbermann can have a snobbish quality to him. He can be insensitive and obtuse. He can speak so eloquently that you almost buy his ridiculous apology.
But on this one? He ain't wrong.
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Olbermann used his show's monologue Monday night to speak against the NCAA holding the 2015 Final Four in Indianapolis.
The reason? Discriminatory new state legislation that permits business owners to refuse service to — and hiring — homosexuals under the guise of "religious freedom."
The Religious Freedom Restoration Act is similar to statutes in other states.
In his pitch, Olbermann suggests moving not only the event, but also the NCAA's headquarters and all professional sports teams, out of Indy. He makes several pertinent points, including the fact that the NFL muscled Arizona out of enacting a similar law by threatening to pull the Super Bowl from Glendale.
Colts owner Jim Irsay has already spoken out against the Indiana law. It will be interesting to see how the state legislature reacts as it feels pressure from larger organizations.
Olbermann's monologue is worth watching in its entirety to understand some historical reasons why a withdrawal is a good idea.
(Source: SB Nation)
This article has been updated.