Black History Month Feature: The Story Of Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. ; January 17, 1942) is an American former professional boxer, philanthropist and social activist. Considered a cultural icon, Ali has both been idolized and vilified. Originally known as Cassius Clay, Ali changed his name after joining the Nation of Islam in 1964, subsequently converting to Sunni Islam in 1975, and more recently practicing 1967, three years after Ali had won the World Heavyweight Championship, he was publicly vilified for his refusal t