Wednesday, 6 March 2013

Column: 'It is now time to recast his legacy.' (The Associated Press)

FILE - This is an undated file photo showing Jack Johnson. Lawmakers seeking a presidential pardon for Johnson, the world's first black heavyweight boxing champion imprisoned a century ago for his romantic relationships with white women, are renewing their efforts. Sens. Harry Reid, D-Nev., and John McCain joined Reps. Peter King, R-N.Y., and William

For all the things President Obama says he can't do because of the political gridlock in Washington, he can right a century-old wrong simply by picking up a pen. Tomorrow wouldn't be too soon.




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