China News, June 6th, comprehensive Chinese website reported that Michael Jordan, the owner of the American basketball superstar and Charlotte Hornets, and his Jordan brand have pledged to "commit to ensuring racial equality, social justice and more The "more educational opportunities" organization donated $100 million.
The Jordan brand issued a statement on the social networking site "Twitter". (Source: Jordan Brand Official Twitter Account)
On the afternoon of June 5th, local time, the Jordan brand issued a statement on the social networking site "Twitter", with a text saying "The life of black people is also life. This is not a controversial statement. We are you. We are a family, we Is a community."
In the statement, the Jordan brand said: "The Jordan brand is us, the African-American community. The Jordan brand is not only (representing) a person, it has always represented a family. We represent a proud family that overcomes obstacles. , In the fight against discrimination in communities around the world, every day strives to wipe out the racist stains and injustice."
The statement said: "This is 2020, and our family now includes all people who yearn for our lifestyle. However, despite the great changes in the situation, the worst situation has not changed."
"The life of black people is also life. This is not a controversial statement. Until we thoroughly eradicate the entrenched racism that has degraded our national institutions, we will continue to work to protect and improve the lives of people of African descent."
Data picture: The picture shows the site of Freud memorial service.
According to reports, Jordan has been silent on social issues during the player era. He spoke this week about the death of George Floyd, an African-American man in Minneapolis.
Jordan said: "The death of Freud made me very sad and very angry. I can feel everyone's sorrow, indignation and disappointment." He said in a statement issued on May 31, " I stand with you who are against the persistent diseases of racial discrimination. I hate those acts of violence against people of color. We are really fed up!"
On May 25, the African-American man George Floyd was violently enforced by white police and was killed with his throat locked for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, which led to large-scale protests across the United States. On June 4, the city of Minneapolis held a memorial service for Freud.