Disbelief Is Replaced by Love
Magic Johnson is a sports hero, an icon whose personality, character and talent has enabled him to transcend the sports world. Magic is a national treasure.
His grace under pressure, his humor, class and style inspire all of us. His leadership will educate the world in the fight against this deadly disease.
Magic will go on fighting, leading and educating. But for basketball fans, Nov. 7 is the day the music died.
WAYNE AVRASHOW
Redondo Beach
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