Who Is This Other Claude Johnson?

On October 14, 2008, in Basic, Community, Culture, Relationships, by Black Fives

About a year ago, this “other” Claude Johnson began showing up on my radar. The “other” Claude Johnson. That’s saying a lot, since this other dude is way out in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.  Most people on the East Coast or on the West Coast probably think that’s in the middle of nowhere.  But actually, it’s [...]

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Some Thoughtful Ballers, On Presidential Politics

On September 9, 2008, in Basic, NBA, Politics, by Black Fives

Did you see that ESPN.com article last weekend about sports and politics? It includes a table that shows the donations of athletes and execs from every sport.

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I Was There! (Game 6, 2008 N.B.A. Finals)

On June 18, 2008, in Basic, Community, Culture, History, NBA, by Black Fives

I was at the game last night. The Celtics won. Makes sense. Green has never been more “in” than this year. As I predicted, the Battle of Bunker Hill anniversary (233 years ago, yesterday) really did play a role. The Celtics did after all “see the whites o’ their eyes.” But unlike Colonel Prescott’s men, [...]

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Nova Scotia's Amazing "Provincial Black Basketball Association"

On May 9, 2008, in Basic, Community, Culture, History, International, by Black Fives

Next week is the 36th annual Black Invitational Basketball Tournament in Halifax, Nova Scotia, starting May 14. By far, this is the most amazing basketball tournament you’ve never heard of. Yet. It’s run by the Provincial Black Basketball Association — the most amazing basketball organization you’ve never heard of … yet. How do I know? [...]

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A 1920 St. Patrick's Day Basketball Ticket, A Pimp, A Pusher, Black Magic, Labor And Politics In Pennsylvania

On March 17, 2008, in Film, History, Motivation, Premium, Race, by Black Fives

The Loendi Big Five were sponsored by the Loendi Social and Literary Club, the most elite all-black club in America, formed by Pittsburgh’s most successful African Americans.

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