Topic: Conscientious Objector

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70: Four Freedoms
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70: Four Freedoms

Muhammad Ali's Conscientious Objection and Boxing Ban

In 1966, heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali refused induction into the U.S. Army, citing his religious beliefs as a member of the Nation of Islam. He famously stated he had "no quarrel with them Viet Cong." As a result, he was stripped of his boxing license and title during his physical prime. The hosts discuss Ali's integrity in choosing his principles over his career and money.