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1960 • Baseball Clip • Jackie Robinson on Lottery - Radio Speech
- Jackie Robinson
In this 1960 audio clip, Jackie Robinson, the trailblazing baseball player known for breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947, addresses a topic seemingly removed from the diamond – the lottery. By this point in his career, Robinson had retired from playing, having left an indelible mark not only on baseball but also on the civil rights movement. His transition from athlete to activist and commentator had made him a respected voice in discussions extending beyond sports. This speech captures Robinson's engagement with social and economic issues, offering…
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