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Illinois Celebrates First Holiday Dedicated to Boxing Legend

A daughter of the boxing great reflects on her father’s impact and legacy.

01/15/2022 | Rating NR

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Illinois Celebrates First Holiday Dedicated to Boxing Legend

Clip: 1/15/2022 | 1m 59sVideo has Closed Captions

A daughter of the boxing great reflects on her father’s impact and legacy.

This Monday not only marks Martin Luther King Day but in Illinois, it will also recognize the first Muhammad Ali Day. To celebrate, the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition is holding a virtual event honoring the boxing legend. The event titled “Deliberate Dialogue" will feature several high-profile speakers including Reverend Jesse Jackson and Ali’s daughter Maryum Ali.

01/15/2022 | Rating NR

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