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Muhammad Ali: A Brief Biography Of Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.
Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr., is the name Muhammed Ali was given at birth. At age 22, Cassius Clay joined the religion of Nation of Islam, and changed his name to Muhammad Ali. Ali stood up to the United States of America in protest of Vietnam War. In the 1960’s during the Civil Rights Movement, Ali did not take the safe path of least resistance. To this say Ali has no regrets for the actions he has taken, and is happy with his life decisions.

The United States of America was founded on the right for citizens to have religious freedom. Muhammad choose to the religion of Nation of Islam in 1964. His was criticised for his choice of Islam by the American people. There were some Americans who were thrilled with the rebellious religion
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