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I want her to understand that it's going to be a factor in her life. I just want her to know that (racism) does exist, and I want her to always be diligent, and if she sees it, address it and fight it.

Charles Barkley

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Charles Barkley
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: February 20
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