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“You see somebody like me, as young as I was at the time, driving around the inner city of Newark, and to them [police] it doesn't make sense. I've been illegally searched [and had] my car illegally searched. [I've] been handcuffed for no reason. You get in enough of those situations.”

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Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan, born on February 9, 1987, is an accomplished actor from the United States. Known for his exceptional performances in various film and television projects, he has gained widespread acclaim, particularly for his roles in 'Black Panther' and 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. more

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