Muhammad Ali by https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60 The worldview of the great Muhammad Ali en-us 2017-04-11 00:24:12 UTC 2026-03-24 19:35:23 UTC hello@padlet.com Background Information: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165791704 1.     Cassius Marcellus Clay or also known as Muhammad Ali, was from Louisville, Kentucky and began training as an amateur boxer at the age of 12; after rage fumed him as a thief stole his bicycle. Ali was born on the 17th of January 1942 and competed in the 1960 summer Olympics in Rome and won a gold medal for the light heavy weight division.  Ali turned professional the following year and claimed his first lineal lightweight boxing title at the age of 22 in 1964. Clay met a man named Malcom X who ultimately went on to become Clay’s political mentor who taught him all about the Islamic religion. It did not take long before Cassius aligned himself with the Islamic faith and changed his name to ‘Muhammad Ali’ after announcing that Cassius Clay was his slave name, "I am Muhammad Ali, a free name – it means beloved of God – and I insist people use it when speaking to me and of me." Ali was a very religious man, with strong beliefs and said whatever he felt was necessary. In the 1960s National Subscription was mandatory to all American men both white and black to fight in the Vietnam war. After completing a series of compulsory tests Muhammed which he passed and was forced to enter the US army. His first official stance against those with power came when Ali refused to serve in the United States Army stating ‘I’m not going 10,000 miles from home to continue the domination of white slave masters of the darker people the world over’. The results of his actions culminated in him being stripped of his boxing titles and then sentenced to prison. At the time, America was a racist country and Ali stood up against racism and refused to fight for a country that did not respect him or his race and who would not fight for him and other African American citizens.]]> 2017-04-11 00:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165791704 Why are they truly radical: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165791867 2.     Ali, the sporting icon was well respected outside of the ring for the pride and love he had for his beliefs. His outspokenness and honesty lead him to be a role model for citizens struggling in Western society, and inspired many that pursued racial equality within not only sports but everyday life. What separated Ali from his competitors in the boxing ring were his unshakable confidence and the strong values he nurtured from his tough childhood through to his professional boxing career. Ali managed to project his voice, beliefs and values though his fame to encourage others to fight for religious freedom and racial injustice without controlling and dictating the situation like a radical extremist. As Muhammad’s racial protest stood high and strong, he may have unintentionally offended the white United States citizens and the American army as he refused to fight for his country but was strong in his fight for his own beliefs and values. ]]> 2017-04-11 00:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165791867 How did their own worldview clash against their cultures worldview at the time: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165792004 3.     White supremacy was and had been a part of the fabric in American society since 1619 when the first boat load of slaves arrived in Jamestown, United States. White supremacy included the segregation of black people from using white public facilities including schools, parks, restaurants and restrooms.  Black Americans were also treated as second class citizens in regards to jobs, voting and housing. The civil rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s was aimed at making all things equal for black and white people in regards to equal opportunity in employment, housing, education and the right to vote. Ali’s mother was a Baptist, and when he was growing up, she taught him all she knew about God. Every Sunday, Ali and his brother were taken to church, where he was taught the way his mother thought was correct. Ali was taught to love people and treat everybody with kindness and that it was wrong to be prejudiced or hate. Ali said ‘I’ve changed my religion and some of my beliefs since then, but her God is still God; I just call him by a different name.’ This strong core belief moved him after having been treated badly by not being able to enter a ‘white’ restaurant after his Olympic Gold medal win, this fueled Ali to want to make everyday activities equal. The actions of the Civil Rights Movement not only helped the African Americans but were also beneficial to women, people with disabilities and other minorities. ]]> 2017-04-11 00:36:04 UTC https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165792004 What have you found most inspiring about this person: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165792718 4.     Muhammad Ali had a very strong character that is to be admired. The way Muhammad stood his ground from his childhood through to adulthood was quite inspiring, not only to me but to millions of people around the world. He showed great passion and perseverance whilst protesting against racial segregation, and not only influenced, but provided solidity to the Civil Rights Movement which earned him the respect and adoration of the African American people. It is said that Ali was rated as “one of the great Americans” (Bevel, 200l of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) also The Congress of Racial Equality’s (CORE) Floyd McKissick said “Ali was one of the greatest living Americans because he is one of the few people who lives by his convictions.” ]]> 2017-04-11 00:45:55 UTC https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165792718 Muhammad Ali protesting: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165793265 This short two minute video includes an inspiring clip of Muhammad Ali talking publicly in an interview about his opinion on his draft to the Vietnam war, and also includes a protest/argument against senior school kids about his beliefs and worldview.]]> 2017-04-11 00:53:13 UTC https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165793265 Bibliography list: bmartin44 https://padlet.com/bmartin44/d4etf7evtk60/wish/165794035 "Ali". Muhammadali.com. N.p., 2017. Web. 29 Mar. 2017.
 
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Atkinson, S. "Why Did Muhammad Ali Convert to Islam? The Legendary Boxer's Beliefs Were Important to Him". Bustle.com. N.p., 2017. Web. 9 Apr. 2017.
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