TED: What soccer can teach us about freedom | Marc Bamuthi Joseph

The speaker discusses moments of freedom found in dance and soccer, emphasizing the importance of art that evokes emotion and action. They explore how soccer can serve as a tool for immigrant identity and community, especially in the face of xenophobia. The concept of freedom is examined, questioning how it can be designed amidst systems of incarceration and deportation. The 'Moving and Passing' project is introduced, using soccer as a metaphor for political action and enfranchisement among immigrant youth. The speaker aims to connect the joy of soccer with cultural exuberance and liberation.

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