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Tuesday, July 26, 2016

MICHAEL JORDAN: ‘I CAN NO LONGER STAY SILENT’

As a proud American, a father who lost his own dad in a senseless act of violence, and a black man, I have been deeply troubled by the deaths of African-Americans at the hands of law enforcement and angered by the cowardly and hateful targeting and killing of police officers. I grieve with the families who have lost loved ones, as I know their pain all too well.

“I was raised by parents who taught me to love and respect people regardless of their race or background, so I am saddened and frustrated by the divisive rhetoric and racial tensions that seem to be getting worse as of late. I know this country is better than that, and I can no longer stay silent. We need to find solutions that ensure people of color receive fair and equal treatment AND that police officers – who put their lives on the line every day to protect us all – are respected and supported.

“Over the past three decades I have seen up close the dedication of the law enforcement officers who protect me and my family. I have the greatest respect for their sacrifice and service. I also recognize that for many people of color their experiences with law enforcement have been different than mine. I have decided to speak out in the hope that we can come together as Americans, and through peaceful dialogue and education, achieve constructive change.

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9 comments:

Anonymous said...

What a refreshing change.
Thanks for speaking up, Michael.
I hope it opens the door to REAL dialog and healing.. I think most of us long for it.

Anonymous said...

I think that statement is worth as much as his donation or more. Class act!

Anonymous said...

An honorable man.

Anonymous said...

Indeed , a man of integrity!
thx for posting .

Anonymous said...

He is a great leader.

Anonymous said...

agree with all posts so far...

Anonymous said...

"We need to find solutions that ensure people of color receive fair and equal treatment"


I have a solution!! Obey the Law!! Obey the commands of the police officer until you are cleared!! Don't resist!! Don't break the law!! Don't run!! Stop means stop. Put your hands up means put your hands up!

Anonymous said...

Great leader , you people are surely stupid He was ask to help years ago and all he could say was Republicans buy tennis shoes too.

Anonymous said...

obey the law put your hands up is only an excuse to execute. what in the hell is wrong with you people. look what happen in South Carolina young white male murderers 8 Black people in a church he was armed to the teeth. When comforted they never fired a shot being that he was armed would have given them an excused to kill a Black Man. they took him into custody and took him to Burger King . I once heard great Man say there is no reforming this White Man because They were a RACE of DEVIL'S. You know what from what I have witness in America He is absolutely Correct.