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In a typical history book, black Americans are mentioned in the co

In a typical history book, black Americans are mentioned in the context of slavery or civil rights. Theres so much more to the story. – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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I try to do the right thing at the right time. They may just be little things, but usually they make the difference between winning and losing. – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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Im not comfortable being preachy, but more people need to start spending as much time in the library as they do on the basketball court. – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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If you think you have it tough, read history books. – Bill Maher

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