I am reminded today of the indomitable human spirit by two events, and people, that stood out as beacons of hope for those that followed them – and for the rest of us as well. 62 years ago a young black man named Jackie Robinson first donned his #42 uniform and took to the field with the Brooklyn Dodgers – the first crossing of the base path a shot heard round the world for equality in sports! Today Major League players will don his $42 on their uniforms in honour of this courageous man, and the courage of those who would say ‘Dammit, the BEST man for the job, regardless of rage, colour, creed, orientation – whatever!” 20 years ago today a much … Read entire article »