A dark history

[Hello, from the other side!] ThinkProgress has a new look, and we invite you to [check it out.] Top reads: The [legal loophole] that allows clergy to hide child sexual abuse is horrifying -- and it's already impacted too many victims. Olympic fever: The Olympics are here, and we are bringing you all the highlights. First, [a look at the painful history of women's gymnastics in the United States] -- and its progression from prejudice to greatness. Plus, [meet the female Muslim fencer] who has harsh words for Donald Trump. Elsewhere, homophobia stirs in women's soccer -- Team USA [endured an anti-LGBTQ slur in Rio]. Outside of the stadiums, other stories also remain untold: we must not forget the [workers who died] to ensure the Olympics happened. [The Legal Loophole That Allows Clergy To Hide Child Sexual Abuse] [Muslim Fencer On Team USA Takes Down Donald Trump] [America's Painful Journey From Prejudice To Greatness In Women's Gymnastics] Women's gymnastics in the United States has long catered to white women. But thanks to some extraordinary talent, that trend is slowly being reversed[...(read more)] [Homophobic Slur Hurled At Female Soccer Players In Rio] [Don’t Forget The Construction Workers Who Died Making The Rio Olympics Happen] Eleven workers have died on the job during construction for the Rio Olympics since January 2013 — and there’s no sign conditions improved in the last few days[...(read more)] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Tumblr] [Instagram] [YouTube] ThinkProgress | Center for American Progress Action Fund 1333 H ST NW | Washington, DC 20005 Contributions to Center for American Progress Action Fund are not tax deductible [Donate] | [Manage Email Options] | [Privacy Policy] | [Unsubscribe] This email was sent to {EMAIL}.