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Reblogged by jsonstein@masto.deoan.org ("Jeff Sonstein"):
Deglassco ("D. Elisabeth Glassco") wrote:
Beyond his role as a Brooklyn Dodgers infielder, Robinson was a political activist, a liberal Republican, and a staunch advocate of civil rights. When he was invited to testify before the HUAC, he wasn't just leading the National League in batting average, but had also garnered the most All-Star Game votes, demonstrating his popularity among fans, regardless of their race.
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