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What does it mean?
The speaker admits supporting Muhammad Ali was correct but acknowledges it created widespread hostility toward them.
In plain terms
Back Ali though it made enemies across the nation.
What can you take from it?
Principle-driven support can incur social costs.

Where it applies

  • taking a stand
  • political alignment
  • sports activism

Putting it to work

  • evaluating allies
  • weighing personal risk
  • staying true to values

Questions to consider

  • Is it worth the cost to support a cause?
  • How do you handle backlash?

Another view

The claim of enmity is unverified by external sources.

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