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Originally Posted by BillyCoxDodgers3B
I feel they are overpriced, too. To me, it has everything to do with Jackie as a figurehead for Civil Rights vs. his actual performance. He appeals to today's woke mentality, too, so prices just keep rising. (Boy, do I hate the term "woke". I shuddered when typing it.)
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I don't think the "woke mentality" is terribly prevalent in this segment of the hobby dominated by older white men. I do think the collective respect for U.S. history elevates his status significantly, no question.
I picked up my first this year thanks to another member -- it's just a beautiful piece.
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Last edited by Brent G.; 10-26-2024 at 07:19 AM.
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