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I'm only just reading this as I don't spend much time in the sports forum here. I have no problem with Obama pardoning Jack Johnson, but there are some factors to consider.
1--Outside of a handfull of blacks and even fewer hardcore boxing fans, most people will view the injustice done to Johnson as ancient history best forgotten. 2--As you mentioned, it's not like Johnson was horribly mistreated or physically harmed. 3--Obama is going to have to choose his battles wisely. This might be one to avoid because some people would use the pardon as a reason to accuse Obama of being a racist pandering to black voters.
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