America Wasn’t Ready for His “Arrogant” Manners
Apart from Ali’s achievements in the ring, the boxer’s appeal outside the arena got people interested in him. He gradually became one of the most beloved people on the planet. He spoke truth to power and said some confrontational things along the way.
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To some, Muhammad Ali seemed arrogant, and not all of America was prepared to hear what he had to say. He expressed himself with forthrightness and a lot of charisma, so, whether you liked him or not, there’s no doubt you were captivated by the man.