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Brittney Griner's memoir recounts her detention in Russia and finally 'Coming Home'

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Brittney Griner's Detention in Russia: A Harrowing Ordeal

This chapter explores Brittney Griner's nightmarish experiences during her detention in Russia, detailing the mistreatment she faced, the discovery of cannabis oil in her luggage, and the broader impact on her life. It sheds light on the harsh realities of being detained, including degrading conditions, thoughts of suicide, and the parallels drawn to discrimination faced as a black queer woman.

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