Julie wants the USWNT to put the pay discussions behind them and move forward. (0:49)
Cindy Parlow Cone was endorsed by 32 players on the United States women's national team.
The players, who range from World Cup veterans, like Megan Rapinoe, to newer players like Trinity Rodman, are aware of the work that needs to be done to create equality.
The U.S. Soccer Federation needs a leader who will move the sport forward. The players endorsed Cindy Parlow Cone for President because of her integrity, passion for the game, pragmatic approach as a business leader, and commitment to its players.
The election will take place at the annual general meeting of U.S. Soccer. Only U.S. Soccer fans can vote in the election, and the USWNT players are represented by the Athletes Council. Lynn Williams, Ali Krieger, Alex Morgan, and Sauerbrunn are on the Athletes Council.
Cone is running against Carlos Cordeiro, the former president of U.S. Soccer. The federation of sexism faced backlash from sponsors and other stakeholders who accused it of sexism for using derogatory language during the USWNT's equal pay lawsuit.
Rapinoe made it clear earlier this week that her support was not getting her vote, but the players did not address her.
The players who signed the letter were: Jane Campbell, Alana Cook, Tierna Davidson, Crystal Dunn, Adrianna Franch, Morgan Gautrat, Ashlyn Harris, and Rose Lav.
Soccer Federation -- from the staff to the executives -- value Cindy's leadership and the cultural advances that she has championed. The caliber of play has never been higher, and the global interest from fans, sponsors, and media continues to grow. This is a great time for our sport.
Cindy understands the work that needs to be done to create equality, implement fair structures, improve protections for players of all ages, and break down barriers that exist within our sport and within the U.S. Soccer Federation. The recent settlement agreement to equalize pay and working conditions between the men's and women's national teams demonstrates her commitment in action.
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