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Magic Johnson eloquently discusses our next President Barack
Obama. Very interesting stuff not just on politics, but...
also on sports and race. Check it out…
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Magic Johnson Talks Barack Obama
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We're Getting the Olympics
Yellow Chair Sports —
Upon Barack Obama's election, one of my first thoughts was "Well, there's no way Chicago isn't getting the Olympics now." Seems the head of the Japanese Olympic Committee agrees with me. Tokyo, Chicago, Rio de Janiero, and Madrid are the finalists. The selection of the 2016 host city occurs in 11 months. U-S-A! U-S-A!
"Japanese Olympic officials fear the election ...
Deadspin —
... "Japanese Olympic officials fear the election of Barack Obama as U.S. president could make his home city of Chicago the favorite to host the 2016 Olympic Games and harm Tokyo's bid." [SI] ...
This New President Could Do Wonders for Chicago’s Olympic Bid
Rumors and Rants —
... Japan, also in the running (Tokyo), has already asked that question and seems a little freaked out about the possibilities. ...
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slamdunkcentral.com 11/4/2008 — However, as far as I am aware Barack Obama would be the first United States President who is an avid hoops fan. Basketball is a huge part of Mr. Obama’s life, he plays all the time on the campaign trail. He is so passionate about playing that on “Super Tuesday” reports indicate that he made sure....
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youbeenblinded.com 11/5/2008 — Congratulations to Barack Obama for winning the 2008 presidential election and becoming the first African-American to be elected Commander in Chief. Obama delivered his victory speech at Chicago’s Grant Park in front of a crowd of 125,000 and let the world know that change has come to ...
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Obama To Speak at Midnight
fangsbites.com 11/5/2008 — President-Elect Barack Obama is expected to give his victory speech at Grant Park in Chicago at midnight, ET. I've already seen hypocrite Oprah Winfrey and demagogue Spike Lee in the crowd. This could be quite interesting.
Obama Playing Basketball on Election Day, Video
neswsports.com 11/10/2008 — OK, by now we have all heard that Barack Obama was playing basketball on Election day , but did you know he was straight ballin. Look at that behind the back dribble.
