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How many black people are there in the higher echelons of any industry? We can talk about journalism, we can talk about politics. So why should football be any different?
John Barnes
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"How many black people are there in the higher echelons of any industry? We can talk about journalism, we can talk about politics. So why should football be any different?"
— John Barnes #politicsgovernment #sportscompetition

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How many black people are there in the higher echelons of any industry? We can talk about journalism, we can talk about politics. So why should football be any different? — John Barnes

About John Barnes

John Barnes was a association football player from United Kingdom (1963–present).

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This quote is attributed to John Barnes, a association football player from United Kingdom.
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John Barnes lived from 1963 – present.
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