Is Black America Still Paying for O. J. Simpson?
Once recognized as one of the most famous running backs in the NFL, Orenthal James “O. J.” Simpson, without warning, changed the game for Black America. On June 12, 1994, Nicole Brown, his ex-wife, and her friend Ronald Goldman were found murdered at Brown’s Los Angeles condominium. O.J. was charged with the murders, but acquitted of all criminal charges in what was called the “Trial of the Century” on Oct. 3, 1995. Although many doubted Simpson’s innocence, they celebrated the victory of the famed football star. Reportedly, the NFL player known as “The Juice” won the trial based on the race card. Is Black America still paying for the sins of O.J. Simpson?
The Simpson trial was one of the most watched events in television history with over 150 million people tuning in for the verdict. Was Simpson Black America’s hero? Truth is, many within the African-American community were not at all concerned about Simpson as an individual. They celebrated what he represented to them. The former NFL celebrity was viewed as a type of vindication for family and friends who … click HERE to continue reading
