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Kevin Johnson: The Spirit of Giving

 
March 5, 2008: Former NBA great Kevin Johnson announced he will run for mayor of his hometown, Sacramento, today. But as this in-depth article from the Phoenix Suns' web site chronicles, KJ has had a heart for his community ever since he was a young boy. (link)

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