I'm gonna put him flat on his back, so he will start acting black. Cause when he was the champion, he didn't do as he should, he tries to force himself into an all-white neighbour hood.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Accusation that a rival champion ignored his racial roots when successful.
- In plain terms
- He only acts like his race now that he lost.
- What can you take from it?
- Remember your roots regardless of status.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you stay true to your roots?
- What does integrity mean?
Another view
Accusations can be perceived as ad hominem attacks.
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