Fox News Removes Exec John Moody's 'Darker, Gayer' Olympics Column | THR News

Fox News Removes Exec John Moody's 'Darker, Gayer' Olympics Column | THR News

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John Moody, an executive editor at Fox News, faced backlash for a column criticizing efforts to diversify the US Olympic team. The column was removed after being deemed not reflective of Fox News' values. Gay rights organizations condemned the column as discriminatory. Fox News stated the column bypassed proper vetting due to Moody's status. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions around diversity and representation in sports.

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What impact did the criticism from gay rights organizations have on Fox News regarding Moody's column?

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What does the motto of the Olympics represent, and how did Moody suggest changing it?

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