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Jackie Robinson: Man
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Despite these past and planned safety enhancements, the Jackie Robinson Parkway retains many substandard features. Sharp curves along the main roadway and the continued absence of acceleration-deceleration lanes continue to contribute to many accidents over the years. According to the NYSDOT, the Jackie Robinson Parkway handles approximately 70,000 vehicles per day (AADT).
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In 1941, Jackie decided to leave college and join the military. In the Army, Jim Crow policies limited a colored man's freedom. Although Jackie became a second lieutenant, his military career was cut short by racial prejudice.
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No lynching flier this time, but Town Meeting II went down tonight at the Jackie Robinson center with Mayor Bill Bogaard, council member Chris Holden, Jacque Robinson and City Manager Cynthia Kurtz present. Victor Gordo stopped by briefly.
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