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The Longest Race by Kara Goucher with Mary Pilon — WisdomDeck honest review

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The Longest Race

by Kara Goucher with Mary Pilon

Goucher's account of the Nike Oregon Project, Alberto Salazar's coaching, and speaking up. Courageous and specific; a case study in power and sport.

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you want the inside story of a doping and abuse scandal.

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Three things you will actually use

Speak up, with evidence.
Power protects itself.
Reclaim your sport.

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Our verdict

Goucher's testimony.

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