Originally posted by Mr.MojoRisin'
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So, it is often stated that Dempsey's first act after winning the title was to draw the color-line. That was in 1919, right? And you're saying that it was not his choice, but only his manager and promoter's choice, right? Ok.
Just noticed the date on Dempsey-Louis' post. Here it says that Dempsey erased the color-line. That was in 1920. Here it is again:
Originally posted by Dempsey-Louis
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Then, back to my quotation. Here he is stating that he has drawn the color-line yet again, just like Dempsey-Louis said, waffling back and forth:

It clearly states that he drew the color-line. That was in July 1921.
So how the hell are you to argue that he had no autonomy in deciding to draw the color line when he initially drew the color-line, then decided that there would be no color-line because he needs the money and he will face any challenger, and then goes back on this and says that he will not face any colored man??? Seems he had a choice on whether to draw the color-line or not!
Congratulations. You were just proven wrong

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