Kareem Abdul-Jabbar reveals pivotal moments that shaped his activism
Off the court, NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has spent his life advocating for social justice. He wrote about it in a new book.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar reflects on legacy
In his new book, "We All Want to Change the World," Kareem Abdul-Jabbar recounts how the fight for racial justice from the civil rights era to today influenced his path from NBA icon to outspoken author and advocate.
Man's checkup for mild symptoms finds orange-sized mass in his heart
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Here Comes the Sun: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and more
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Karl-Anthony Towns wins social justice award
Exclusively on "CBS Mornings," NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns of the Minnesota Timberwolves is announced as this year's recipient of the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: "There are times when you don't have any choice but to speak the truth"
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on NBA record, heart health
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins CBS News to discuss LeBron James breaking his long-standing scoring title. The Hall of Famer also speaks with CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett about his battle with atrial fibrillation and why he teamed up with the "No Time to Wait" campaign.
How Kareem really feels about LeBron breaking his NBA scoring record
"LeBron said we don't have a relationship. He's right—and for that I blame myself," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
LeBron James breaks NBA's all-time scoring record
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LeBron James breaks NBA scoring record
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Kyrie Irving traded to Dallas Mavericks
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LeBron moves to within 36 points of breaking Kareem's hallowed record
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LeBron James responds to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's criticism of COVID meme
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NBA names social justice award after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
"I think this award will enable various guys on various teams to start thinking about what they can do to help things in their community," Abdul-Jabbar told CBS News.
NBA announces new social justice award
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's new book
Throughout his career, former Los Angeles Lakers player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has been a social and political activist. He boycotted the 1968 Olympics and supported Muhammad Ali's decision to refuse induction into the military during the Vietnam War. He also recently took the stage at the Democratic National Convention. The cultural commentator and best-selling author joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "Writings on the Wall: Searching for a New Equality Beyond Black and White."
Abdul-Jabbar DNC address
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar interview
NBA great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar believes a Donald Trump presidency would help ISIS. He also discusses racial tensions in the United States and President Obama's legacy on CBSN.
Basketball hall of famer and six-time NBA champion Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was a longtime friend of Muhammad Ali's
Basketball hall of famer and six-time NBA champion Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was a longtime friend of Muhammad Ali's. In a tribute to Ali, he wrote on Facebook: "I may be 7'2" foot, but I never felt taller than when standing in his shadow." Abdul-Jabbar joins "CBS This Morning" from Louisville to pay tribute to a man he called his mentor and big brother.
Basketball hall-of-famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had quadruple bypass surgery on Thursday, according to UCLA Medical Center
Basketball hall-of-famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had quadruple bypass surgery on Thursday, according to UCLA Medical Center.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on racism in America and what needs to change
Says the younger generation has to "cross the finish line" in demanding action to address ingrained racist attitudes: "They have to step up and organize and vote."
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar defends protests
In a powerful op-ed in Saturday's Los Angeles Times, former NBA star and social activist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar writes about racism and being black in America. In it, he says what the country is seeing is people pushed to the edge and he urges everyone to rush to justice rather than judgment. Abdul-Jabbar joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
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