Cowboys' DeMarcus Lawrence Responds to Fans' Racial Slurs After Refusing to Condemn Jerry Jones' Silence

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, unlike defensive tackle Gerald McCoy, doesn't think that owner Jerry Jones refusing to make a public statement in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement gaining more steam is much of a problem. He claims that the NFL throwing its financial support behind these causes has a chance to do more than protesters marching in the street.

Lawrence responded to those who called him slurs and accused him of betraying the BLM cause, claiming that he would rather have people send him plans on how to cause change than engage in unproductive name-calling.

If you are on social media today taking the time out of your day to call me a Koon, Uncle Tom, or Clown. You could have spent that same time writing out an email plan of ACTION on how people in MY position can help YOUR community directly and pressed SEND to that. #ManofAction
— DeMarcus Lawrence (@TankLawrence) June 23, 2020

Whatever your feelings on the protests, it's never acceptable to toss out racist language over a difference of opinion -- or for any other reason.

Lawrence, who clarified his statements in a lengthy Twitter post, has stated his intentions to be an activist in this trying time, with a particular emphasis on supporting black-owned businesses.

It’s this attitude and behavior that will promote change, more important than your money @TankLawrence, you give your TIME and that goes farther than a donation. Money is always good but it runs out, your example lives on.
— Ryan Hutson (@ryan_hutson) June 23, 2020

Marching and chanting might not automatically bring about an immediate impact, but blindly throwing money at various causes isn't going to do much long-term. The best way to bring about change is to strike a middle ground between boots-on-the-ground activism and financially supporting various pro-justice organizations. Hopefully, Lawrence and Jones realize that sooner rather than later.