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Quote by Jackie Robinson

“I am not concerned with being liked or disliked. I am concerned with being respected”

Quote by Jackie Robinson

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Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson, born on January 31, 1919, and died on October 24, 1972, was an iconic figure in American professional baseball history. He is best known as the first African American player in Major League Baseball, and his leadership in the civil rights movement is highly respected. more

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