The basketball programs from Duke and Michigan State condemned a sign that mocked the Flint water crisis. The sign appeared in the Duke student section on Tuesday during a game between the Blue Devils and Spartans. It read, “The water tastes better in North Carolina.”
Duke, Michigan State condemn ‘disgusting’ sign mocking Flint water crisis
The sign appeared in the Duke student section on Tuesday.
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Both programs released statements criticizing the existence of the sign.
“The sign was disgusting and a slam to those who are suffering in our state,” Michigan State said in a statement, via ABC News. “We understand the actions of an individual student do not reflect the beliefs of Duke University or its Athletic Department.”
Duke was also very critical of the sign.
“Everyone in our program thinks the sign was reprehensible and disgusting,” Duke spokesman Cory Walton said. “That’s 100 percent not in line with the values of our program. Michigan State officials said the sign referenced a difficult situation for people throughout their state.”
According to Ovies, the sign was reportedly to security during the game and quickly removed. The city of Flint has dealt with a massive water contamination crisis that included thousands of children being exposed to lead.
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