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The Honest Man

By Tim Keown
ESPN The Magazine

Wednesday, February 9, 2000

Imagine that you have to answer the same question forever. Imagine that it was born before you, that there was never a time when this question did not exist. Imagine that it changes form and context, tone and insinuation. Imagine that it mutates from idle curiosity to penetrating interest. It can be implied or overt, rude or meek, but it is always there. Its versatility is impressive; it can apply to your heritage, your attitude, your ambition, even the way you carry yourself. Imagine that this ...

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