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Old 06-09-2016, 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by redwitch View Post
Totally agree. Ali didn't run to Canada. He went to prison for three years, while in his prime. Do you really think he would have been sent to Nam? He would have been used for recruiting. he truly stuck to his beliefs. A lot more honor in his actions than those who ran to Canada or got deferments.

To me, he was a hero. A great champion in the ring. A man of conviction outside of it. One who has showed great courage in his battle with Parkinson's.

RIP Muhammad Ali. Thanks for sharing your life and talents with us.
Ali went to prison for three years? Did not know that.