OJ Simpson, at onetime a national hero for his accomplishments as a running back for USC and Buffalo Bills, but whose legacy was changed by murder charges, has died at 76.
Simpson later went into acting and was a favorite in the comedic series Naked Gun series where he played bumbling cop Nordberg. He was also a pitchman for Hertz.
Almost 30 years ago, he was accused of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown, as well as, her companion, Ron Goldman. It became a polarizing moment in our history as Simpson's race became an issue.
Simpson was acquitted , which brought up two issues, a separate justice system for the wealthy and famous and racial injustices for African-Americans.
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Great post Mike.
"Wherever there is great property there is great inequality. For one very rich man, there must be at least five hundred poor, and the affluence of the few supposes the indigence of the many." Adam Smith
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