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You know its going to hell when the best rapper out there is white and the best golfer is black
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"You know it's going to hell when the best rapper out there is white and the best golfer is black"

- Charles Barkley

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This quote by Charles Barkley is a commentary on the state of race relations in the United States. It suggests that the very best rap artist and the very best golf enthusiast are both from various races, which signifies progress. Nevertheless, it also suggests that the very best rapper is white and the very best golf player is black, which could be seen as a sign of inequality. This quote suggests that although there has been progress in regards to race relations, there is still a long method to precede real equality is attained. It likewise suggests that the entertainment industry is still controlled by white individuals, while the sports industry is still dominated by black people. This quote is a reminder that although there has actually been progress, there is still a lot of work to be carried out in order to achieve real equality.

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Charles Barkley This quote is written / told by Charles Barkley somewhere between February 20, 1963 and today. He was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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