Analysis Of Michael Crowley's 'Muhammad Ali Was A Rebel'

In 1942 one of the greatest fighters of all time was born. A couple of months ago one of the greatest humanitarian passed away. His journey contained much violence and hatred, yet he focused on the opposite. His goals were to achieve peace and equality for all. I was introduced to this great man in the latter part of his lifespan. Towards his death, I was given a chance to acknowledge and read about his greatest victories. Muhammad Ali was born in Louisville, Kentucky and went of to become a World Champion Boxer and a social activist. He grew up in poverty and stayed humbled throughout his fame. Led civil-rights movements. Created and donated to charities. Last summer he was take away from us. His work for the community

Michael Jordan is arguable the best basketball player who ever played the game. A phenomenal athlete with the unique combination of fundamental soundness, grace, speed, power, artistry, and an unquenchable competitive desire, Jordan single-handedly redefined the NBA superstar. The thing that separated Jordan from the rest of the all-time greats was his compulsive need to win. Jordan was and is still known for his intense competitiveness and will to win, but that has not translated to his ownership of the Charlotte Bobcats.

Many people believe Michael Jordan did his part of fighting racial battles for equality just like the great Civil Rights activist era.

Michael Jordan had a passion for Basketball. It was not something he did to fill up his spare time; it was a goal that he knew would be his channel to influence the world. When we follow our passion, we would paint the world in very bright colors. It is important to know that our passion is our DNA, which would be the channel through which we make a mark in our world. Michael Jordan’s passion still speaks because he has influenced many generations of young people in the game of Basketball.

Muhammad Ali was a boxer because of his prominent role as a Civil Rights Activist. He stood up for what he believed

Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. later known as Muhammad Ali, was a black boxer, and was proud of it. Many African Americans were ashamed of their color, but Ali was different. He was the first boxer to win the Heavyweight Championship 3 different times. He had a great personality and was liked by the people. During his life, he made big decisions that changed the course of his life completely. Muhammad Ali's journey through life was a great inspiration for African American people, but Ali himself deserves the admiration of everyone.

Throughout history there have been many influential people who have lived in this country. Some were politicians, some were actors, and some were even athletes. One such man was a gifted boxer named Muhammad Ali. He made his mark as an amateur, then as a professional. "The Greatest" was the self-proclaimed nickname of Ali, but so many people agreed that it stuck. He went through trials and tribulations in his life, which make him a historic icon. Muhammad Ali is known for being "The Greatest" boxer of all time, but unlike other athletes he is remembered for his out of the ring actions as well as his athletic accomplishments.

James Truslow Adams, in his book The Epic of America, stated that the American dream is "that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement” (The American Dream: What Is The American Dream?). A man who embodies this template is legendary boxer Cassius Clay more formerly recognized as Muhammad Ali. One is left questioning what differentiates Ali from all the other boxing greats? However, upon analyzing Ali’s life it is clear that he transcended the sport of boxing.

Eleanor Roosevelt once quoted “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Most people look at those kinds of quotes and similar to me, laugh at it because we realize that following your dream will lead you to a high percentage of failure in life. Famous people and programs such as Disney channel, tell us to follow our dreams and never quit. Most of the time, we refuse to listen by switching the channel or just turning off the TV. Although, Muhammad Ali was different. He challenged himself. He didn’t switch the channel or refused to hear it. Instead, he didn’t give up his dream that later on rewarded him with becoming the best boxer in the world. Unlike us, he had huge objects blocking his path in the time he

his confident boasting about his ability to win the world heavy weight title. Not only was

When searching the Internet to see what people thought, said, and viewed Muhammad Ali, I was surprised how few negative statements I found. No one said he was a god, but, he was admired for his stance on issues and concerns he felt were important.

I first meet Muhammad Ali in Seattle, Washington on the first row- Courtside -at a special event in Seattle Washington. That night I remember kneeling down to shake Ali’s hand as he was seated. Mr. Muhammad Ali reached out for my hand, turned it over and kissed my hand instead and touched his heart! What a gentlemen….

Ali. They continued to call him Cassius Clay and rooted for him to lose in upcoming

Muhammad Ali is one of the most decorated athletes in American history. For decades he dominated the boxing world going against any and every opposition that came before him. His stamina and charisma has yet to be matched by any athlete since him. The Vietnam War drove many Americans into the vicious battle. Many served faithfully but Muhammad Ali refused to serve his country in that way. His career was threatened and he was on the verge of being named one of the great villains of American history simply because he refused to fight in a war that his religion did not believe in and that most Americans would find in bad taste just years later.

     In some people’s eyes Muhammed Ali is the greatest boxer ever. He was even classified as the greatest athlete in the 20th century by Sports Illustrated. He was the first to win the heavyweight title three times. He was a worldwide entertainer, and millions of people enjoyed watching his style. He was also very controversial because of his religious beliefs, his name change from Cassius Clay to Muhammed Ali and his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War.