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Jason Collins
As NBA veteran Jason Collins recently broke the barrier as the first active openly gay player in major U.S. sports. Keep reading to learn about other athletes who have come out publicly or who have spoken out for tolerance. — Britt Middleton
Collins came out publicly in an essay posted Monday on Sports Illustrated's website. In a phone call, President Obama reportedly told Collins he was "impressed by his courage,” while First Lady Michelle Obama tweeted her support. Collins is currently a free agent and says he wants to continue playing. (Photo: AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
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